Birmingham, England, ENG — Patrick Roberts struck early to hand Birmingham City a hard-fought Championship victory over Queens Park Rangers at St. Andrew's Stadium, with the hosts defending resolutely to secure all three points.
Queens Park Rangers
0 - 1
Birmingham City
SAVES
5 1
GOALS:- 6' Patrick Roberts - Birmingham City
STANDOUT PLAYERS:- Birmingham City: Patrick Roberts - Early decisive goal that settled the contest- Queens Park Rangers: No standout performer - unable to find a response to Birmingham's opener
KEY STAT: Birmingham City's goal came inside the opening six minutes, forcing Queens Park Rangers to chase the match for the remaining 84-plus minutes without reward.