Leeds survive Birmingham test to win penalty shoot-out and reach fifth round

The two up top does, however, depend on Farke’s three at the back, and with Pascal Struijk still out with a hip problem, Farke may revert to a back four and load the midfield.

Either which way, Birmingham’s recent form, unbeaten in their last eight, means manager Chris Davies will likely be undeterred by Farke’s tactical flexibility. His side’s 0-0 draw to West Brom on Tuesday was the first time Birmingham have failed to score at home since August, and they’ve lost just once at St Andrew’s in the league this season. They’ve dusted themselves off from a poor December and are just two points off the play-offs, meaning owner Tom Wagner’s expectation of Premier League football in 2026 remains within reach.

Just the one recent injury for Birmingham, who will be missing Paik Seung-ho to a shoulder injury. That presents former Leicester and Everton winger Demarai Gray with the opportunity to make his first start since an injury in late December.

This is the first time these two sides have met in the FA Cup since Leeds won a repay at St Andrews in 2013. No replays today, stay tuned for team news and build up!