Overview
- Phil Neumann scored from a first-half set piece before Birmingham protected the lead with disciplined, backs-to-the-wall defending.
- Preston’s unbeaten run at Deepdale ended as the visitors limited clear openings and finished with a late switch to five at the back.
- The victory ended Birmingham’s two-month wait for an away win and stopped a four-game winless run in the league.
- Davies credited spirit and togetherness, highlighting Neumann’s return to the lineup after five games out and his handling of the aerial threat.
- Birmingham moved up to 12th in the Championship, three points off sixth place, with Bristol City next on the schedule.