Chelsea scores two goals to defeat Birmingham City at Stamford Bridge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 6:10 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory over Birmingham City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Despite the defeat, Birmingham City head coach Amy Merricks expressed satisfaction with her team's development, particularly highlighting a stronger second half performance compared to their first half struggles. Merricks pointed out that while the team faced challenges, they had significant opportunities to level the match. Birmingham City will next play against Everton in the Subway Players Cup on Wednesday.
- •Chelsea leads 2-0 against Birmingham City at Stamford Bridge
- •Birmingham City suffered their second defeat in three games
- •Merricks praised the team's second half performance
- •Birmingham City generated two chances despite the loss
- •Next match for Birmingham City is on Wednesday against Everton
- 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — ‘There’s no limit with this group’ – Birmingham City boss Merricks pleased with growth despite defeat
"Birmingham City head coach Amy Merricks was pleased with her side’s performance despite falling to a 2-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.Blues suffered a second defeat in three game...
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