Cambridge United vs Birmingham
England, FA Cup - 3rd Round

Match Events

All
Top
Commentary
End of 90 Minutes
2 - 3
Sullay Kaikai
Sullay Kaikai
(Mamadou Jobe)
Field Goal
89'
Sullay Kaikai
Sullay Kaikai
Field Goal
80'
78'
Field Goal
Marvin Ducksch
(Tommy Doyle)
Marvin Ducksch
Halftime
0 - 2
42'
Field Goal
Kyogo Furuhashi
Kyogo Furuhashi
31'
Field Goal
Kai Wagner
Kai Wagner
Commentary
+6'
90
End of 90 Minutes 2-3
+3'
90
Attempt missed. Ben Purrington (Cambridge United) header from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the left. Assisted by Liam Bennett with a cross.
+2'
90
Substitution
Birmingham
Alfons Sampsted
Alfons Sampsted
Lewis Koumas
Lewis Koumas
Substitution, Birmingham City. Alfons Sampsted replaces Lewis Koumas.

Key Players

Attacker
Midfielder
Defender
Sullay Kaikai
2
Total Shots
3
2
Shots On Target
1
0
Offsides
1
Kyogo Furuhashi

Stats

49%
Possession
51%
1.04
Expected Goals
1.05
12
Total Shots
10
5
Shots On Target
5

Actual Play Time

Actual 59:41
Total 97:43

Shot Map

Kai Wagner
Kai Wagner
Goal
31'
Regular Play
Situation
Left foot
Shot Type
0.08
xG
0.31
xGOT

Match Info

Matthew Corlett
Referee
Cambs Glass Stadium
Match Attendance: 6,241
TV Channels
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Predictions

About Cambridge United vs Birmingham

The match between Cambridge United and Birmingham in the 3rd Round of FA Cup, held on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Cambs Glass Stadium, ended with a score of Cambridge United 2 - 3 Birmingham.

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Stats for Cambridge United vs. Birmingham

The game between Cambridge United and Birmingham ended with a score of Cambridge United 2 - 3 Birmingham. On 365Scores, you can check all the head-to-head results between these teams. Explore the stats for Cambridge United and Birmingham, including ball possession, goal kicks, yellow and red cards, and much more!

Possession
49% - 51%
Expected Goals
1.04 - 1.05
Total Shots
12 - 10
Shots On Target
5 - 5
Big Chances Created
1 - 1
Corners
2 - 0
Offsides
3 - 1
Passes Completed
357 - 384
Red Cards
0 - 0
Attacks
50 - 41
Shots Off Target
5 - 3
Shots Blocked
2 - 2
Hit Woodwork
0 - 1
Expected Goals On Target
1.84 - 2.09
Free Kicks
8 - 6
Shots Inside The Box
9 - 7
Total Passes
466 - 507
Shots Outside The Box
3 - 3
Expected Assists
0.9 - 0.46
Crosses Completed
5/21 (24%) - 1/5 (20%)
Passes Own Half
217 - 231
Passes Opposition Half
270 - 281
Long Passes Completed
24/76 (32%) - 27/77 (35%)
Throw-Ins
23 - 21
Key Passes
7 - 8
Passes Into Final Third
95 - 87
Backward Passes
74 - 89
Goal Kicks
3 - 7
Interceptions
13 - 10
Expected Goals Conceded
1.05 - 1.04
Goalkeeper Saves
2 - 3
Tackles Won
4/8 (50%) - 6/10 (60%)
Clearances
35 - 56
Error Led To Goal
2 - 0
Duels Won
35 - 34
Aerial Duels Won
11/27 (41%) - 16/27 (59%)
Ground Duels Won
24/42 (57%) - 18/42 (43%)
Was Fouled
8 - 6
Successful Dribbles
8/11 (73%) - 2/4 (50%)
Was Dribbled Past
3 - 2
Final Third Possession Won
1 - 5
Possession Lost
170 - 151
Fouls
7 - 9
Yellow Cards
1 - 0
Substitutions
4 - 4

Lineups for Cambridge United vs. Birmingham

The lineups for Cambridge United and Birmingham were set with the goal of securing victory in this crucial match. Fans closely followed the team selections and absences for this important fixture. The choice of starters and substitutes played a vital role in both teams' preparations. Both Cambridge United and Birmingham made tactical adjustments to maximise their performance on the pitch.

Home Team: Cambridge UnitedCoach: Neil Harris.
Goalkeeper: Jake Eastwood.
Defenders: James Gibbons, Zeno Rossi, Mamadou Jobe, Liam Bennett.
Midfielders: George Hoddle, Dominic Ball, James Brophy, Pelly-Ruddock Mpanzu.
Attackers: Ben Knight, Louis Appéré.
Subs: S. McLoughlin, Ben Purrington, Sullay Kaikai, Shayne Lavery, Ben Hughes, Michael Morrison, Lohgan McDougald, Glenn McConnell, Elias Kachunga.

Away Team: BirminghamCoach: Chris Davies.
Goalkeeper: James Beadle.
Defenders: Kai Wagner, Jack Robinson, Christoph Klarer.
Midfielders: Tomoki Iwata, Seung-Ho Paik, Tommy Doyle.
Attackers: Lewis Koumas, Marvin Ducksch, Patrick Roberts, Kyogo Furuhashi.
Subs: Phil Neumann, Alfons Sampsted, Kanya Fujimoto, Willum Willumsson, Ryan Allsop, Will Burrell, Menzi Mazwi, Briar Bateman, Daniel Isichei.

Missing Players: Demarai Gray, Lee Buchanan, Ethan Laird.

Event Details:

Name: Cambridge United vs. Birmingham
Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
Time: 17:45