Why Finding the RIGHT Captain is the KEY to EFL Championship Promotion for Birmingham City
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- Birmingham City's promotion push from EFL League One hinges on a crucial question: do the Blues have the right leader at the helm? This season's success will heavily depend on finding the PERFECT captain, someone with the character and leadership qualities to lead and inspire the Blues.
In this podcast we consider the leadership formula essential for EFL Championship promotion. We discuss the impact a captain has on team spirit, on-field performance, and delve into whether Birmingham City currently has a player who embodies these qualities.
Is the answer a new signing? Or perhaps a hidden gem within the existing squad ready to step up and wear the captain's armband? If you are a Birmingham City Supporter let us know your thoughts by commenting below this video.
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Million % I haven't even watched all of the video, but it's so correct. The captain sets the tone for attitude, desire, training standards, and much more. A very key decision.
Thanks, Aaron :)
It will be absolutely crucial for us this year. We need to get it right along with some players with good experience.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
@SmallHeathAllianceFC yeah matt, especially in the "spine" of the team. A solid player/ players with the right attitude could be the difference between League 1 and Championship next year. Fingers crossed. Roughly 3 weeks to get them in, but the earlier, the better KRO
I like the idea that the players choose the captain. The key for the club is to stock the squad with viable contenders.
Thanks Paul :)
Great insight. I think it should be someone who the manager trusts but getting the players buy in is crucial as it needs to be a member of the squad that demands respect. The players will give a good insight to this. Agreed that we are light on the ground so we need to fill the squad with a few more players who have leadership qualities.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
We need more players in general, certainly we need a leader last time we where In Division One we had Liam Daish. We have to start well if we want to get promoted otherwise we are going to be playing catch up all season.
Thanks mate :)
We do need a lot more players and I have no doubt these next few weeks are going to be extremely busy at the clip as we get quite a few through the door.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
When the club announced that Bielik had signed a new contract there were comments about Bielik being captain. I get your point about him being the best choice in the current squad but I 100% agree with you both that we need to sign more than a few leaders and ideally a new captain. One that leads by example but is also a really good communicator and the latter I don't see in Bielik.
Totally agree that a CH or CM are the best positions got a captain.
Brilliant video as always. KRO 💙
Thank you for your comment Richard. Leadership on the pitch is something that was a glaring omission last season and something that has to be fixed for the coming season.
I'm pleased with the signings we have made so far but I would like to see a few older, experienced heads being brought in to provide that grit, know how and leadership that we are going to need in a none compromising league. I'm sure the club must have identified this as a priority. KRO and kind regards (Gary)
@@BCFCRoyalBlue💯 % agree KRO 💙
Come on gary, you know not to play to much attention to preseason. That said i totally agree, we need leaders. I feel only bilik has this atm so hopefully some of these new signings can sort that out. More to come too no doubt.
KRO.
Thank you for your comment. I think we said that in the podcast in that pre-season is a time when we should not pay too much attention to results or indeed formations as the manager uses it to try out different things and different players.
I agree as do most Blues fans that Beilek should be captain however I would also like to see some other experienced players arrive to provide more leaders in the team. KRO and kind regards (Gary)
CD might have offered Bielik the captaincy in order to get the new contract signed
Thanks David!
This was also on my mind as well. That might have been a big part of the deal that made him want to sign :)
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
Great podcast again Gents.
The topic being discussed is incredibly important and I totally agree with what’s been said
The only captain that we have potentially is Bielik and I don’t think he is a true leader.
If the recruitment does not include 3-4 vice captains then they have failed. Our lack of captaincy contributed to us being relegated last year. This has to stop. I do not want to see smiling, jovial faces like Nathan Laird, who, in my opinion is never captain material. I want to see determined concentrated faces who want to win at any cost. We need to See the passion and fight in their eyes every game even in Pre Season friendlies. If I was still playing I would fight blood sweat and tears for Blues or any club who paid me to be a professional footballer. Without this then we could end up being in League One for a couple of years. This is not going to be as easy as we think. KRO
Thanks Robbie and really interesting insights :)
Yeah, 3-4 vice captains sounds reasonable and should be one of the highest priorities for recruitment this summer as we pretty much have none at the moment. We are gutless and it was clear last season we lacked real leadership on the pitch. I agree with you, this was one of the huge factors on the pitch that ultimately got us the drop.
I think Laird was winding everyone up last year with half hearted performances but then trying to get the crowd rallied / fired up. This wouldn't be necessary to some extent if the players played with that passion and fight we so often talk about. We would be fired up with them.
I'm with you that getting these sorts of players in isn't easy and they will need to be spot on this summer to get us ready for next season.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
Hi lads. Another great video. Impo we need to be sorting out our spine. I was so chuffed that Beilik has extended his stay. He's going to be such a force for us this season with his solid defensive game reading play. My work colleagues and I all agree he should wear the captain's arm band next season. It's a pity that Paik and Myoishi haven't come forward and pledged their loyalty for us this year. I hope they do. Even if they do, we are still shy in a load of positions. We require another RB, CB, CM, RM & striker at the bear minimum. We know that the kids will not be up for a starting place after Saturday. One or two of them possibly on the bench at best. We're covered on the left with three players midfielders and now two left backs. Two keepers, but that's all we really have.
Hopefully more signings in the coming days. Fingers crossed gents.KRO
Thank you for your comment Richard and we are pleased you enjoyed the podcast.
Unless the club recruit a few leaders I think Beilek is nailed on to be captain. To be honest we need at least 2-3 experienced players who could be captain otherwise if Beilek is selected as captain we will be back to square one if he is injured or suspended.
I’m pleased with the.Cochrane addition which was confirmed today however as you point out we still need a lot of further signings to bolster the squad. KRO and kind regards (Gary)
Stephen Carr was the ideal captain, not just be a use he is a friend of mine but knowing him well I know how he leads a quiet but firm guy and when he speaks people listen even outside football he oozes leadership.
Thank you for your comment Jonjo. Loved Steve Carr as captain. Experienced player who commanded the respect of the team. This is exactly what we need for next season. If you still speak to him ask him if he still has his boots as we could do with him this coming season! KRO and kind regards (Gary)
@@BCFCRoyalBlue he can’t play, if he does his knees would go, I wanted him to play in my team over here in Marbella when he came over, shame because he is still super fit
@@jonjospain pass on our regards to Stephen when you see him. Always welcome at the Blues and always good memories of him. KRO
@@BCFCRoyalBlue I will KRO
I love your podcast by the way, the first one I look for, keep up the great work
I'm sure Davies knows the value of a great captain. Whether he buys a captain for leadership qualities alone is doubtful. Not all successful captains are vocal. Some lead by example. That is the type of leadership players most respect. Shouting in a noisy stadium has limited effect. Close one-to-one verbal communication between all players is more important. A team with 11 acting captains is the ideal. Hand gestures from the bench are probably more useful when it comes to tactical instructions.
Thanks mate and really good points!
I think a good captain certainly leads by example. This is one of the most important attributes and they tailor that approach for each player. Some players love a bark and some players prefer closer one to one communication. This has certainly been my experience playing in teams, every player is different but a captain knows how to get the best from his 11 men on the pitch.
I like what you said about 11 acting captains. This screams team cohesion, trust and a togetherness that I feel we have been missing for quite some time.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
We really need a good strong voice, to hold them together , but when you watch the blues ,they don't call for the ball , we are a very quiet side , let's hope this year we can get 11 who really want it
Thanks Tony and you are 100% on the money.
We are way too passive as a team and it really shows. Of course we can point to the manager turnover as our biggest fault last year but on the pitch we were way too timid and it showed. A big reason for relegation was the lack of leaders and people willing to really fight.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
Congratualtions on n° 100.
Thank you for your comment Peter. We reach our 100th video since stating on 9th February, which shows us that we will never be short of things to talk about at Birmingham City! KRO and kind regards (Gary)
Giorgio Chiellini is the greatest capitano ever !
I’m not saying we could get anything like him 😀
Our new captain has to be a central defender or midfielder.
He has to be physically strong, mentally intelligent, read the game and be the managers deputy on the pitch.
I’m sure we will get someone in who’s mentally strong enough to lead Chris Davis team.
Thank you for your comment. Chiellini is a great example of the type of players we need as captain and you are right they have to be physically and mentally strong. At present Beilek seems to be the main contender for captain however we may see other candidates come in over the next few weeks and months as our recruitment gathers pace. KRO and kind regards (Gary)
Beilik could be the man, you remember Martin Grainger excellent choice. Going back Gary Pendery good man ..KRO..
Thank you for your comment Michael. We've had some decent captains over the years and I remember Gary Pendrey as being a good captain as well! From the current squad I think that the only choice at present has to be Krystian Beilek. KRO and kind regards (Gary)
Josh Laurent from Stoke would be a good addition and is their captain.
Thank you for your comment. I’ve see the link with him and he looks exactly what we need. From what I’ve read there may be an issue with his salary. Even though we have rich owners there are still financial rules we have to comply with. KRO and kind regards (Gary)
I’m 66 and when I used to play I was the mouthpiece, egging the players on and picking them up after the odd mistake. Also there to give a b0llocking if need be! Yes, a vocal captain on the pitch but also some v/c’s!! Look at the Euros, the captain was the only one who could approach the referee! KRO
Really good points and thanks for commenting :)
I think the captain is there to serve the exact purposes you listed. A good captain knows his team and squad and what approach works on any given player player and the timing as well. Couldn't agree more about VC's.
The recruitment need to look at this as we get our next batch of players in this summer.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
Agree with you 100%. The captain certainly needs to be a good talker on the pitch and not worry too much about his own game - Bryan Robson was a great example of that. In a perfect world I would always want a captain to be a central midfield player. Central defender possibly, but goalies and strikers just don't work for me. Anyway happy with the new signings so far! KRO (and of course another great podacast guys).
Beilik will be captain
Thanks mate :)
I think he will be too. In fact, I think that could be the reason why he ended up signing a new contract with that promise. Just my opinion of course but let's see. We still need to get some players with leadership skills in so we have a few VC's as well.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
got to bring in tall strong physical players
Thank you for your comment Jimmy. We definitely need a more physical presence in the squad , especially in the league. KRO and kind regards (Gary)
Another thing last season we was crying out for strikers we signed jay and no one else unless you count Robert’s this season so far we have signed one again are we linked with another powerhouse striker
We have always had a problem getting good quality depth with our strikers. Alfie May is a great start, especially with his track record at this level but we certainly need to look at getting more in this summer! I would say an additional 2 at a minimum really.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
Conor Coady is my choice by a country mile if he would step down to league 1!
Thank you for your comment Paul. Now that would be an excellent signing especially with his experience. He is exactly what we need but as you point out he would need to be convinced to drop down to League One, KRO and kind regards (Gary)
He would want huge wages. However he is reliable and a very good pro. Shame he went from England to nowhere in a short space of time. Moving to Everton kinda done his career i feel.
We need a Liam daisy kind of player /S Bruce or get Harley back
Thank you for your comment Kevin. Liam Daish was one of my favorite players. I remember him getting booked away at Chester for celebrating a goal by playing a trumpet he got from a fan behind the goal. That would never happen today, as they won't even let you bring plastic bottles into the ground with a lid on, let alone a trumpet! KRO and kind regards (Gary)
Liam daisy 😂😂 great typo imagine calling him that to his face 😂😂😂
A mid field general
Thank you for your comment. That is exactly what we need! KRO and kind regards (Gary)
I’ve said this already on some sites I’m really concerned 4 managers said last season the team wasn’t good enough and we had no leaders Craig Gardner is yet again in control of recruitment he seems to keep signing small players this league will bully us if we don’t get strength in KRO
Thanks for commenting! :)
I would be lying if I hadn't thought the same too. The recruitment NEED to get this right and address this, this summer as it really could be the difference of us going straight back up or getting stuck for a season or so. We need leaders and people with some physicality.
Having said all that I do think we will see these holes get filled in the coming weeks and by the time the season starts we will be in much better shape. I just really hope CD and CG have their eye on this and recruit accordingly.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
Ive said it many times get Gardner away from signing players. Leave the manager to source players who he trusts. Not some injury prone nobody who is cheap for a reason.
❤ new England football manager yes please come on England 🏴 new captain for the royal blues 👌 for the new season 😅😅 new defender for the team 👍 big man for us 👍 at the back 👍 😅 up and royal blues go for it 👌 yes please 🙏 😅 happy times for the royal blues 😅😅 ..
Thanks for commenting as always Paul! :)
Happy times for the royal blues indeed.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
Roy Keane ?
Ha! He was referenced during the video as the type of player and captain we have admired from previous generations :)
Very best, KRO
(Matt)
No prisoners in the dressing room if you wasn’t doing your job with Roy Keane.
@SmallHeathAllianceFC Trevor Smith, Gary Pendrey, Joe Gallagher, Archie Gemmill, Vince Overson , Ken Burns . A few of many Blues leaders !KRO.
Last season shows how you need a great professional captain to marshal the team. A Non existent captain last year and thats why we failed miserably. Never even done interviews after a loss. Disgusting player.
Thanks mate :)
Yeah, captaincy was very much non existent and at one point it was getting passed around weekly. I remember when Mowbray took over in that January / February time it got passed around about 5 times. Was madness. How can we have stability with that amount of change.
The lack of interviews and accountability used to frustrate a lot of fans too. You can't just hide and hope our problems go away.
Very best, KRO!
(Matt)
@@BCFCRoyalBlueSpot on Matt. The Captain is the nucleus of the team. Not a shrinking violet, No show after the game. You have extra duties as captain. You own that dressing room essentially. Anyway another cracking signing today and onwards we go. KRO