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      Watch fan of relegated Birmingham score ‘goal of the season’ during wild pitch invasion before he is mobbed by crowd

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      ONE Birmingham fan decided to show off his footballing skills amidst the pitch invasion following the team’s relegation on Saturday.The Blues crashed out of the Championship despite a final-day victory against Norwich.Birmingham were relegated from the Championship despite their 1-0 victory against NorwichCredit: PAOne Birmingham fan decided to show off his footballing skills amidst the pitch invasionCredit: X @rockyklSupporters celebrated after the fan picked up a ball and scored a goal from 40 yards outCredit: X @rockyklThe club was sixth when John Eustace was sacked earlier in the season, with Wayne Rooney hoping to come in and save the day.But a disastrous rest of the season saw the downfall of Birmingham who have now been demoted to League One.Despite the result on Saturday afternoon fans decided to invade the pitch.One supporter grabbed a ball and managed to score from about 40 yards.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis sparked chaos amongst the other fans on the pitch seeing them cheer the most they have all season.One fan on the video could be heard saying: “That’s the highlight of my season.”While another commented: “Too late to enter it for ‘Goal of the season’?”A third then joked: “Better check his phone calls chelsea already putting together a 7-year contract on 68k a week.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA fourth then added: “To be fair, most pros wouldn’t be able to even get it on target from there in a game, this man got it on target and got it over all those people and scored a banger.”Six different managers were in charge of Birmingham at some point during the campaign.Birmingham fans clash with stewards as they invade pitch after disastrous relegation to League OneWhile they beat Norwich 1-0 on the final day Blackburn, who are now managed by Birmingham’s old boss Eustace beat Leicester 2-0 to stay up.They were then banking on a slip-up from Plymouth Argyle to maintain their second-flight status.But Birmingham’s plucky rivals secured a massive 1-0 win against Hull to stay up by one single point.Fans then stormed onto the pitch in anger as they clashed with stewards, with some being tumbled to the ground and pushed back to the stands.The St Andrew’s crowd exploded into boos as the final whistle went against Norwich, with Plymouth’s result confirming Birmingham’s relegation.And some supporters charged onto the field to express their rage in front of chairman Tom Wagner.Birmingham fans clashed with stewards after being relegated to League OneCredit: rexAngry supporters flooded the field as Brum beat Norwich to no availCredit: rex More

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      Ipswich ready to take on Fulham in £10m transfer battle for Coventry star after sealing Premier League promotion

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      COVENTRY midfielder Ben Sheaf is a wanted man after missing out on promotion.The former Arsenal kid is fancied by Luton and turned down the chance to join the Hatters in the last window.Ben Sheaf is wanted by Ipswich TownCredit: GettyJay Dasilva is also attracting interestCredit: GettyNow Sheaf may be ready for a shot at the top flight.Luton could try to change that if they go down — especially if Ross Barkley moves.The Hatters are on the cusp of relegation back to the Championship following their draw to Everton.Rivals Nottingham Forest beat Sheffield United 3-0 on Saturday to put a three-point buffer between the two.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIpswich and Fulham are also interested. The fee will be in the £10million range.Sheaf, 26, has already faced Premier League opposition this season having helped the Sky Blues to the FA Cup semi-final.During the run they beat Wolves at Molineux Stadium before losing at Wembley to Manchester United.Sheaf impressed during the game but came up short in the shootout as he missed the crucial spot-kick that allowed Rasmus Hojlund to send the Red Devils through.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCoventry’s left-back Jay Dasilva is being watched by German side Freiburg.Dasilva, 26, came through the ranks at Chelsea but never made a Premier League appearance for the club.Arne Slot to make 3 key changes at LiverpoolThe defender had loan spells at Charlton and Bristol City before leaving permanently in 2019.He joined the Robins in 2019 and went on to become a regular at the club.After four seasons at Aston Gate he was released by the club and joined Coventry on a free transfer.Should Dasilva take the chance to move to Germany, then he could find himself playing European football next season.Should Bayer Leverkusen win the DFB-Pokal final against Kaiserslautern, then Freiburg will get a spot in the Conference League if they stay in seventh.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Watch Ed Sheeran down beer with Ipswich fans and FaceTime players as he celebrates promotion to Premier League

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      ED SHEERAN celebrated Ipswich Town’s promotion to the Premier League by downing a beer and FaceTiming the players.The musician is a passionate fan of the Tractor Boys and was clearly overjoyed with the team’s success.Ed Sheeran drank beer to celebrate Ipswich Town’s promotionCredit: xHe posted the video from MiamiCredit: xHe was joined by more Ipswich fansCredit: XIpswich confirmed their spot back in the top flight for the first time in 22 years with a 2-0 win over Huddersfield.At Portman Road, fans stormed the pitch in celebration after the final whistle.It has been an incredible two years for the club as Kieran McKenna has taken it from 12th in League One to back-to-back promotions.Sheeran, 33, also enjoyed the moment as he uploaded a video to social media.READ MORE IN SPORTThe clip shows the star drinking some beer before shouting, “Tastes like promotion”.Fans loved the video as the flooded the comment section.One fan posted: “Love this.”A second commented: “I love him.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third wrote: “Haha this is pretty cool.”A fourth said: “Brilliant.”Ipswich fans invade pitch after sealing Premier League promotionHe did have to miss the game as he is in Miami and set to perform at the Grand Prix.He also is the club’s shirt sponsor and congratulated the players via a video call after the game.He also wrote a message on another post: “This is huge for the club, huge for the town, and huge for football, showing anything can happen with belief and passion.”Congratulations to all the players, people at the club, and of course super Kieran.”Sorry I can’t be there to celebrate but we don’t want another betting company as the sponsor next season! Up the Town. Emotional. See you in the Prem.”Ipswich achieved promotion to the Premier LeagueCredit: ReutersThe club were last in the top flight 22 years agoCredit: Getty More

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      Birmingham fans clash with stewards as they invade pitch after disastrous relegation to League One

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      BIRMINGHAM fans clashed with stewards after invading the pitch following their disastrous relegation to League One.Brum picked up just their 13th win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Norwich on the final day of the Championship.Birmingham fans clashed with stewards after being relegated to League OneCredit: RexAngry supporters flooded the field as Brum beat Norwich to no availCredit: PAThere were angry scenes at full-time with two clashes clearly seenJohn Ruddy looked devastated as he was taken awayCredit: GettyBut they were banking on a slip-up from Plymouth Argyle to maintain their second-flight status.And Birmingham’s plucky rivals secured a massive 1-0 win against Hull to stay up by one single point.The St Andrew’s crowd exploded into boos as the final whistle went against Norwich, with Plymouth’s result confirming Birmingham’s relegation.And some supporters charged onto the field to express their rage in front of chairman Tom Wagner.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans chanted and yelled in anger as they clashed with stewards, with some being tumbled to the ground and pushed back to the stands.The ugly scenes didn’t last too long as order was restored quickly.But the sour atmosphere is sure to carry over into the new League One season, with Birmingham having been SIXTH in the Championship table earlier this term.American financier Wagner, whose company Knighthead took over the club in July 2023 with backing from NFL legend Tom Brady, decided to sack John Eustace in October despite Brum’s fine form.Most read in ChampionshipBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe then made Wayne Rooney the club’s new manager, with disastrous results to follow.Wazza was axed in January after losing nine of his 15 games at the helm, with interim Steve Spooner overseeing one game.Ipswich fans invade pitch after sealing Premier League promotionSupporters chanted angrily as stewards intervenedCredit: RexThe scene was quickly taken under controlCredit: RexOne fan gave it large to Tom WagnerCredit: GettyThe American chairman watched with a glum faceCredit: GettyTony Mowbray then became boss but manager just eight games before taking a step back due to his health.Brum turned to Mark Venus as their second interim boss of the campaign, yet he lost five of six games and was subsequently replaced by Gary Rowett.The fan favourite, who previously managed Birmingham between October 2014 and December 2016, won two of his seven games while suffering just three defeats.But the upturn in results was not enough to save Brum from the drop.Birmingham’s managers this seasonAll six bosses (including three interim!)

      John Eustace, Aug 23 – Oct 23: P11 W5 D3 L3

      Wayne Rooney, Oct 23 – Jan 24: P15 W2 D4 L9

      Steve Spooner (interim), Jan 24: P1 W0 D1 L0

      Tony Mowbray, Jan 24 – Feb 24: P8 W4 D1 L3

      Mark Venus (interim), Feb 24 – Mar 24: P6 W0 D1 L5

      Gary Rowett (interim), March 24 – May 24: P7 W2 D2 L3 More

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      Jamie Vardy tipped to join Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s Wrexham revolution as chief refuses to rule out transfer

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      JAMIE VARDY could swap his Leicester City fairytale for Wrexham’s Hollywood blockbuster.The former England striker, 37, is set to be rewarded for firing the Foxes to the Championship title with a new contract offer.Jamie Vardy is celebrating after firing Leicester back to the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyWrexham owners Rob McElhenney (L) and Ryan Reynolds (R) have ambitious plansCredit: AFPHis double in 3-0 win at Preston on Monday ensured they went up as champs after sealing an immediate return to the Premier League.Vardy, who scored 20 this term, rose through the non-league ranks and joined Leicester in 2012, winning the Championship in 2014.Two years later they achieved mission impossible by winning the Premier League against all the odds and then enjoyed FA Cup success in 2021.However, he is yet to commit to a 13th season with the Foxes and now ambitious Wrexham are refusing to rule out making a sensational move for them.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe Welsh side have secured back-to-back promotions from the National League.Now they are looking forward to League One under their Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.They have managed to persuade players to drop down from higher divisions previously and now they have been linked with a swoop for Vardy.And their executive director, Humphrey Ker, has added further fuel to those flames.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWhen asked about the veteran directly by SPORTbible, he said: “There’s nothing to say that Jamie Vardy wouldn’t be a great Wrexham player.“It’s not a name I’ve had mentioned inside the building before.Fans in stitches as Vardy’s ‘Klinsmann dive’ almost goes badly wrong after his goals earn Leicester Championship title“But, you know, age and profile wouldn’t put us off.”Vardy is one of the top earners at Leicester but Wrexham have strong backing financially thanks to Reynolds and McElhenney.The Welsh club’s weekly wage bill for this season is higher than all but five teams in the division above them.Vardy lifted the Championship trophy this afternoonCredit: GettyMeanwhile, Vardy and Leicester’s campaign did end in slight disappointment this afternoon.They were attempting to finish the season with a victory that would have taken them to the 100-point mark.However, Blackburn’s Sammie Szmodics scored twice to seal the visitors a crucial 2-0 win at the King Power to make sure Rovers stayed in the Championship.Vardy did finally get his hands on the title trophy afterwards though as the result failed to stop the party.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Millwall clash with Swansea descends into chaos as former Tottenham starlet SENT OFF despite being ‘punched’ in face

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      JAPHET TANGANGA was shown a straight red card despite appearing to be punched in the face.The former Tottenham starlet was in action for Millwall in the Championship clash against Swansea City.Japhet Tanganga and Jerry Yates clashed and were both sent offCredit: RexFans were confused as to why Tanganga was dismissedCredit: XYates appeared to punch the ex-Spurs starCredit: xWith the Lions 1-0 up in the closing stages, thanks to a goal from Casper De Norre, the match took a nasty turn.In the 85th minute, Tanganga and striker Jerry Yates had a disagreement on the pitch.The two clashed and grabbed each other until the Swansea striker appeared to hit out at the defender.Players from both sides rushed into to separate the two before it escalated further.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReferee Geoff Eltringham dismissed both players with red cards.Fans saw the moment on social media with many confused as to why Tanganga also saw red.One posted: “How on earth did Japhet Tanganga get sent off for being struck in the face.”A second wrote: “Japh sent off for being punched what?”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third commented: “Why Tanganga got a red when he didn’t do anything.”A fourth said: “He got sent off for getting punched.”Tom Brady’s Birmingham RELEGATED to League One as Blues pay ultimate price for hiring Wayne RooneyAnother added: “Here’s a new one for Japhet … Get sent off for taking a punch to the face.”The game ended 1-0 with Millwall finishing 13th and Swansea settling for 14th.Elsewhere in the division Ipswich Town sealed their return to the Premier League for the first time in 22 years.While Birmingham City’s relegation to League One was confirmed as they dropped to England’s third division.There were also cases of fans needing medical assistance in the Birmingham match as well as Rotherham’s fixture with Cardiff City. More

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      Championship final day LIVE RESULTS: Ipswich SEAL automatic promotion ahead of Leeds, Birmingham City RELEGATED

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      IPSWICH TOWN are back in the Premier League after a 22-year wait!Kieran McKenna’s side have sealed back-to-back promotions after a 2-0 win over Huddersfield on the final day today.While Tom Brady’s Birmingham City have been relegated to the Championship.Feeling Blue
      Birmingham City and Huddersfield Town have been relegated from the Championship.
      The two clubs join Rotherham in slipping into League One, with the Millers’ relegation having been confirmed last month.
      Huddersfield went into their clash with Ipswich needing a goal difference swing of 15 to stand any chance of survival, even if they somehow beat the Tractor Boys.
      Blues, meanwhile, faced promotion-chasing Norwich at Carrow Road knowing that a win coupled with defeat for any of Plymouth Argyle, Sheffield Wednesday or Blackburn Rovers would keep them up.
      Gary Rowett’s men defeated the Canaries 1-0, courtesy of a 55th minute goal by Paik Seung-ho.
      But incredibly Argyle, Wednesday and Blackburn all won to send Blues down.

      Copy linkCopiedPlay off picture
      Neither of these play off sides are in particularly great form.
      Here’s the rundown of who plays who and when.
      Sunday 12 MayNorwich City v Leeds United (12pm)West Bromwich Albion v Southampton (2.15pm)
      Thursday 16 MayLeeds United v Norwich City (8pm)
      Friday 17 MaySouthampton v West Bromwich Albion (8pm)
      Sunday 26 MayPlay off final
      Copy linkCopiedFull report
      IPSWICH have been promoted to the Premier League.
      The Tractor Boys booked their place in the top-flight with 2-0 win over Huddersfield on the final day of the Championship season.
      Ipswich came into the game knowing they only needed to avoid defeat against the relegated Terriers – but finished a fantastic season off in style as Wes Burns and Omari Hutchinson scored the goals.
      Ipswich have not been in the Premier League since the 2001/02 season.
      Led by former Manchester United coach Kieran McKenna, he has fired them to back-to-back promotions.
      When Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s former assistant took over at Portman Road in December 2021, they were 12th in the third tier.

      Copy linkCopiedFeeling Blues
      Birmingham’s 13-year Championship stay is over after today’s results.
      Fans are not happy, despite a mini pitch invasion for some reason.
      Reports saying selfies were taken and some really weren’t happy.
      Their twitter post has been flooded with pictures of John Eustace. What might have been, eh….
      Copy linkCopiedSheer joy
      Everyone waiting to hear what Ipswich fan Ed Sheeran had to say about this monumental win.
      He wasn’t at Portman Road today. Instead, he was in the pits in Miami ahead of the Grand Prix this weekend.
      Copy linkCopiedInvasions galore
      It wasn’t just Ipswich fans piling onto the pitch at full time.
      Similar scenes occurred at Plymouth after securing safety with that big win over Hull.

      Copy linkCopiedMcKenna reacts
      Kieran McKenna is a ridiculously good coach.
      Now he’ll get to tussle it out with the best in the business in the Premier League next year.
      He told Sky Sports: “It means a lot. Mostly seeing how much it means to everyone, the players, the supporters, to be one of the leaders of that is absolutely massive, it’s a wonderful day,
      “I’m very, very proud of everyone involved. We’ve delivered a really good performance. It’s what we’ve done all year.
      “I’m sure it’ll sink in in a couple of days. There’s a lot of work to do, it’ll start in a couple of days time.”
      Copy linkCopiedAnd the rest!
      Hull missing out on the play offs on the final day.
      Poor seasons for the likes of Watford and Sunderland after promising spells.

      Copy linkCopiedAnd at the bottom
      Safety secured for Blackburn, Sheffield Wednesday and Plymouth on the final day.
      All four involved winning on the final day. Incredible stuff.
      Birmingham joining Huddersfield and Rotherham in next year’s League One.

      Copy linkCopiedFinal standings
      A look at how the top of Championship looks after a huge final day.
      And it’s great viewing for Ipswich Town fans.
      The play off picture is sorted too.
      Leeds will play Norwich and West Brom take on Southampton. Plenty Premier League experience there…

      Copy linkCopiedPitch invasion
      The Portman Road celebrations are well underway.
      Thousands descend onto the pitch to celebrate with the players. Blue smoke filling the air.
      Sensational scenes.

      Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME AT PLYMOUTH!
      They survive on the final day thanks to a 1-0 win over Hull.
      Birmingham City have been relegated to League One!

      Copy linkCopiedStill playing
      In both of the games in the relegation battle.
      Plymouth and Birmingham still lead 1-0 going into the latter stages of stoppage time!
      Copy linkCopiedFULL TIME AT PORTMAN ROAD
      IPSWICH ARE IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE!!
      Copy linkCopiedGOAL IN THE RELEGATION PICTURE!!
      And it’s safety secured for Blackburn Rovers – who have scored a second at Leicester City!
      Copy linkCopiedIpswich 2-0 Huddersfield
      Tense and nervy at the bottom still. It now looks to be between Birmingham and Plymouth for relegation with minutes to go.
      Into added time at Portman Road. Ipswich are three minutes from the Premier League.
      Copy linkCopiedStill no goals…
      One goal now in the Plymouth or Birmingham games could be the difference between staying up and going down.
      Less than five minutes left too….
      Copy linkCopiedSam the man
      Where on earth would Blackburn be without Sammie Szmodics?
      League One, that’s where. He’s been sensational and he’ll end up the top scorer in the division.

      Copy linkCopiedFinal 10 or so
      And it’s a dramatic one, certainly at the foot of the table.
      Ipswich look like going up and the play off picture is pretty secure.
      And it’s still:

      Birmingham 1-0 Norwich
      Leicester 0-1 Blackburn
      Plymouth 1-0 Hull
      Sunderland 0-2 Sheff Wed

      Birmingham need Hull or Leicester to do them a big favour!
      Copy linkCopiedLatest scores
      Birmingham 1-0 Norwich
      Coventry 0-2 QPR
      Ipswich 2-0 Huddersfield
      Leeds 1-2 Southampton
      Leicester 0-1 Blackburn
      Middlesbrough 1-1 Watford
      Plymouth 1-0 Hull
      Rotherham 5-2 Cardiff
      Stoke 4-0 Bristol City
      Sunderland 0-2 Sheffield Wednesday
      Swansea 0-1 Millwall
      West Brom 3-0 Preston
      Copy linkCopiedGOAL WEST BROM!
      Play off spot secured with comfort now.
      Darnell Furlong with the goal and they’re 3-0 up against Preston now!
      Copy linkCopiedAll doing their job
      Isn’t it remarkable that every side involved in that relegation fight are leading!?
      Any slip-up now could be fatal but as it stands, Birmingham are going down!
      Credit: EFL
      Copy linkCopiedLeicester 0-1 Blackburn
      Sammie Szmodics with the goal but you already knew that.
      He beat the offside trap and had the whole half to run but he does so and keeps his composure well before rolling it beyond the keeper from just inside the area.
      Shirt off as he celebrates. What a huge goal that is.
      Copy linkCopiedGOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLL!!!!
      BLACKBURN WITH A HUGE GOAL – THEY LEAD AT LEICESTER
      Copy linkCopiedGOAL WEST BROM!!
      2-0 the Baggies now and fifth place looks set to be theres.
      That’d mean Southampton as their opponents in the play offs. An intriguing battle there.
      Kyle Bartley with the goal.
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      Tom Brady’s Birmingham RELEGATED to League One after disastrous season which saw Wayne Rooney last three months as boss

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      BIRMINGHAM CITY and Huddersfield Town have been relegated from the Championship.The two clubs join Rotherham in slipping into League One, with the Millers’ relegation having been confirmed last month.Paik Seung-ho wheels away after giving Birmingham the lead against Norwich… only for Blues to go down anywayCredit: GettyJohn Ruddy looks dejected as he is escorted off the pitchCredit: GettyJoe Edwards celebrates firing Argyle in front against HullCredit: RexBlackburn Rovers produced a sensational 2-0 win at Leicester to surviveCredit: GettyJosh Windass bagged for Sheffield Wednesday at SunderlandCredit: RexHuddersfield went into their clash with Ipswich needing a goal difference swing of 15 to stand any chance of survival, even if they somehow beat the Tractor Boys.Blues, meanwhile, faced promotion-chasing Norwich at Carrow Road knowing that a win coupled with defeat for any of Plymouth Argyle, Sheffield Wednesday or Blackburn Rovers would keep them up.Gary Rowett’s men defeated the Canaries 1-0, courtesy of a 55th minute goal by Paik Seung-ho.But incredibly Argyle, Wednesday and Blackburn all won to send Blues down.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSheffield Wednesday comfortably triumphed 2-0 at Sunderland thanks to first-half goals by Liam Palmer and Josh Windass.With the Owls sitting pretty, Blues went into the second half relying on Argyle or Blackburn to concede.Remarkably the latter, managed by ex-Birmingham boss John Eustace, won 2-0 at freshly-crowned champions Leicester.Argyle, meanwhile, led courtesy of captain Joe Edwards’ 40th minute header.Most read in ChampionshipBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChampionship final day results in full
      Birmingham City 1 Norwich City 0
      Coventry City 1 Queens Park Rangers 2
      Ipswich Town 2 Huddersfield Town 0
      Leeds United 1 Southampton 2
      Leicester City 0 Blackburn Rovers 2
      Middlesbrough 3 Watford 1
      Plymouth Argyle 1 Hull City 0
      Rotherham United 5 Cardiff City 2
      Stoke City 4 Bristol City 0
      Sunderland 0 Sheffield Wednesday 2
      Swansea City 0 Millwall 1
      West Bromwich Albion 3 Preston North End 0

      The Pilgrims held firm in the second half to send Birmingham down, while ending Hull’s play-off dream in the process.Birmkingham’s relegation caps off a disastrous first year under their American owners.EFL fans in hysterics as ‘absolutely golden’ Neil Warnock returns to live TV with brutal dig at his former players Tom Brady and Co axed John Eustace in October despite flirting with the play-off places, opting to replace him with Wayne Rooney.England legend Wazza subsequently won just two of his 15 games in charge, seeing Birmingham slide down the table in the process.Rooney, 38, was sacked in January and replaced by Tony Mowbray.Unfortunately for Blues Mowbray was forced to temporarily step down on medical grounds, with former boss Rowett stepping in as caretaker.Ex-Millwall, Stoke and Derby boss Rowett’s return was unable to inspire Blues – with recent lacklustre draws at Rotherham and Huddersfield contributing heavily to their downful.Sheffield Wednesday, meanwhile, staged a sensational recovery under Danny Rohl.After failing to win any of Xisco Munoz’s 12 games in charge, the Owls dragged themselves back into contention under Rohl.Birmingham City have been relegated despite finishing on 50 pointsCredit: GoogleBirmingham’s win was not enough to keep them upCredit: GettyFans invaded the pitch at Home Park when Argyle confirmed their survivalCredit: RexRyan Hardie celebrates with the Argyle fansCredit: GettyElsewhere, Plymouth Argyle were 10 points above the drop when Steven Schumacher departed for Stoke City in December.A disastrous run under Schumacher’s successor Ian Foster saw them plummet down the table, however, with the 47-year-old sacked and replaced by director of football Neil Dewsnip last month.Blackburn, meanwhile, appointed Eustace in February, with the 44-year-old haunting former side Blues by guiding Rovers to safety.READ MORE SUN STORIESThere was no miracle for Huddersfield, with the Terriers losing 2-0 to Ipswich Town – a result that saw the Tractor Boys earn promotion back to the Premier League after 22 years away.With Leicester promoted as champions and Ipswich runners-up, Leeds will now have to contest the play-offs with Southampton, West Brom and Norwich.Wayne Rooney won two of his 15 games in charge of BirminghamCredit: RexTom Brady’s disastrous first season with Blues has ended in relegationCredit: GettyHuddersfield were on the wrong end of Ipswich’s promotion partyCredit: Getty More