Queens Park Rangers vs Birmingham City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Queens Park Rangers vs Birmingham City
• Date: Tuesday, 09 December 2025
• Kick-off: 21:00 GMT
• Venue: MATRADE Loftus Road

Queens Park Rangers come into this match with a strong home record, having won their last two home games convincingly. Their recent form suggests they have the momentum to push for another victory, especially with the attacking flair of Burrell and the midfield control of Chair and Varane. Birmingham City, on the other hand, have been inconsistent away from home, with their last away game resulting in a loss. However, their ability to score goals, as seen in their recent home win against Norwich, could pose a threat to QPR's defence.

The predicted lineups indicate both teams will stick to their 4-2-3-1 formations, which could lead to an open and entertaining game. QPR's solid backline, led by Clarke-Salter and Dunne, should be able to handle Birmingham's attack, but they'll need to be wary of Ducksch's goal-scoring prowess. Ultimately, QPR's home advantage and recent form might just edge them over the line in what promises to be a closely contested match.

Queens Park Rangers have been in fine form recently, winning three of their last five matches. Their home performances have been particularly impressive, with victories against West Bromwich Albion and Hull City. This run of form should give them confidence going into this match, as they look to continue their winning streak at home. The only blip in their recent results was a loss away to Norwich City, but overall, their momentum is strong.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 3-1 vs West Bromwich Albion (H)

• Loss: 1-3 vs Norwich City (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Blackburn Rovers (A)

• Win: 3-2 vs Hull City (H)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Sheffield United (A)

Birmingham City's recent form has been a mixed bag, with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five games. Their home form has been strong, as evidenced by their 4-1 thrashing of Norwich City, but their away performances have been less convincing. The losses to Southampton and Middlesbrough away from home suggest they might struggle at QPR. However, their ability to score goals in recent matches could keep them in the game.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 1-3 vs Southampton (A)

• Win: 2-1 vs Watford (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs West Bromwich Albion (A)

• Win: 4-1 vs Norwich City (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Middlesbrough (A)

The head-to-head record between Queens Park Rangers and Birmingham City shows a closely contested rivalry. In their most recent encounter, QPR won 2-1 at home, while their previous meeting ended in a 0-0 draw. Birmingham City have had success against QPR in the past, winning 1-0 and 2-0 in earlier matches. This suggests that while QPR have the upper hand recently, Birmingham City are capable of causing an upset.

Recent Championship Results

• Queens Park Rangers 2-1 Birmingham City (29 Mar 2024)

• Birmingham City 0-0 Queens Park Rangers (22 Sep 2023)

• Queens Park Rangers 0-1 Birmingham City (18 Mar 2023)

• Birmingham City 2-0 Queens Park Rangers (28 Oct 2022)

• Birmingham City 1-2 Queens Park Rangers (02 Jan 2022)

• Rayon Kolli (Muscle) – Out

• Sam Field (Groin) – Doubt

• Ben Hamer (Head) – Doubt

• Harvey Vale (Muscle) – Doubt

• Ziyad Larkeche (Knee) - Out

• Rayon Kolli (Muscle) – Out

• Sam Field (Groin) – Doubt

• Ben Hamer (Head) – Doubt

• Harvey Vale (Muscle) – Doubt

• Ziyad Larkeche (Knee) - Out

• Predicted lineup: Nardi (GK), Mbengue (DF), Dunne (DF), Clarke-Salter (DF), Norrington-Davies (DF), Varane (MF), Madsen (MF), Saito (MF), Kone (MF), Chair (MF), Burrell (AT)

Queens Park Rangers are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Nardi in goal and a back four of Dunne, Clarke-Salter, Norrington-Davies, and Mbengue. This setup should provide a solid defensive foundation, allowing Chair and Varane to control the midfield and feed the ball to Burrell up front.

• Predicted lineup: Beadle (GK), Iwata (DF), Neumann (DF), Klarer (DF), Cochrane (DF), Paik (MF), Doyle (MF), Roberts (MF), Stansfield (MF), Gray (MF), Ducksch (AT)

Birmingham City will likely stick with their 4-2-3-1 formation, with Beadle between the posts and a defensive line of Klarer, Neumann, Cochrane, and Iwata. This formation should allow them to maintain a balanced approach, with Doyle and Paik anchoring the midfield and Gray and Roberts supporting Ducksch in attack.

• Rumarn Burrell vs Tomoki Iwata: Burrell's pace and finishing will be tested against Iwata's defensive solidity.

• Ilias Chair vs Demarai Gray: Chair's creativity in midfield will be crucial against Gray's dynamic play.

• Jonathan Varane (Queens Park Rangers): Varane's ability to control the midfield will be key for QPR's success.

• Marvin Ducksch (Birmingham City): Ducksch's goal-scoring threat will be vital for Birmingham to get a result.

Fans in the UK are able to watch Queens Park Rangers vs Birmingham City on Sky Sports Main Event, SKY GO Extra, Sky Ultra HD at 21:00 GMT on Tuesday, 09 December 2025

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