It is only in the last few seasons that the Blues have began to rid themselves of the tag of perennial under-achievers. Birminghams history is littered with disappointments and near-misses, and 1963s League Cup success stands out not because they defeated arch-rivals Aston Villa in the final but because it remains the only time they have won a major trophy. Promoted to the Premiership via a penalty shoot-out in 2002s Division One Play-Off Final after a 16-year absence from the top-flight, the Blues performed creditably last season and avoided the drop comfortably. Backed by David Golds millions, it remains to be seen whether they can match or beat their highest top-flight position (sixth in 1956), but at least theyre finally getting closer... ! .

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