Birmingham City boss Chris Davies finally landed his man, and the timing couldn’t be wilder. Canadian international striker Liam Millar officially joined the Blues on a season-long deal from Hull City, with the announcement dropping mid-match during a crazy 1-1 draw against Southampton at St Andrew’s. This wasn’t some snap decision either, Davies has been chasing Millar for what feels like forever, and you can tell he’s absolutely pumped to finally get his guy.
Liam Millar: The Long-Awaited Arrival
When Davies spoke to BBC Radio WM, he didn’t hold back, saying he’s “been a big admirer of Liam Millar for a long time.” He’s tried to get him “in a few transfer windows now,” but it never worked out. Millar, who is 26, brings serious pedigree too. He’s a former Liverpool youth player and even notched three appearances for Canada at this summer’s World Cup. Plus, he’s got “a lot of experience of this league,” so he’s not coming in cold. The fact that he picked the Blues, even with “a lot of options” on the table, tells you everything you need to know about what this signing means. It’s a statement, plain and simple.
Stansfield and Priske Light Up the Pitch Against Southampton
That Southampton game itself was a roller coaster. The Blues were down at half-time but clawed their way back to a 1-1 draw. Davies was pleased with the point, but you could tell he felt they could’ve taken all three had they finished their chances. Our record signing, Jay Stansfield, had two huge opportunities and is still looking for his first goal this season. But don’t sleep on his effort! Davies said Stansfield was “exceptional,” praising his “energy and pressing.” He even “makes that one chance for himself out of nothing but is unlucky to hit the post,” and his “glancing header? Another day that goes in.” Stansfield and target man August Priske were absolutely buzzing together. Priske’s “trajectory in the last six months has been excellent,” and he “made life so difficult for those two centre-backs.” And guess what? Priske bagged his first league goal of the campaign, which earned the Blues that crucial point.
That draw with Southampton snagged the Blues their second point in successive home games. Now, the squad has to carry that momentum, and the energy from Millar’s arrival, into Sunday’s massive derby with Wolves. This is a crucial game, and not just because it’s a derby. Wolves have won on their last three visits to St Andrew’s. It’s time to flip that script, right? Can Millar make an immediate impact? Can Priske keep his scoring run going? Can Stansfield finally get off the mark? You know everyone in Birmingham will be watching. Let’s get it!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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