“We’ve Got to Fight for What We Want” – Birmingham City Boss Merricks Previews Final Day Showdown Birmingham City head coach Amy Merricks has emphasized the importance of fighting for promotion to the Barclays Women’s Super League as her team prepares for a crucial final-day clash against Charlton Athletic at The Valley. The match, set for Saturday afternoon at 3pm, will determine whether the Blues secure a spot in the top flight or face a potential play-off. Entering the weekend in second place, Birmingham trails league leaders Charlton by a single point, making the encounter a high-stakes showdown for the WSL2 title. Merricks, speaking ahead of the match, highlighted the team’s determination to seize the opportunity. “We are in a fantastic position with a great opportunity ahead of us,” she said. “We have worked really hard all season to get in this position and we are right on track. We’ve got everything going for us in terms of the opportunity and we’ve got to do the work.” The coach stressed that the focus must remain on the fight, urging her players to demonstrate the character and quality that has brought them to this stage. “It comes down to the fight; we’ve got to fight for what we want and the opportunity is there. It’s now about the character in the group which I know we have in abundance, I completely believe in this group.” The Barclays WSL2 season has been fiercely competitive, with teams continuously strengthening their squads. Merricks acknowledged the challenges of the league, noting that consistency and preparation are key. “It’s a tough league and we saw that last season as well. Everyone has strengthened again, it’s a tough league to get out of,” she said. The coach emphasized the need for her team to stay composed, focus on their strengths, and neutralize Charlton’s threats.#birmingham_city #the_valley #charlton_athletic #amy_merricks #barclays_wsl2
