[6] The team had started the season inconsistently leaving them in ninth position after the 0–1 defeat to Norwich City on 17 November.
This led to supporters calling for the sacking of manager Steve Bruce, but the board held firm and the team pulled themselves around.
Queens Park Rangers were the team to visit on the historic day, and Birmingham marked the occasion by defeating their rivals 2–1.
Many fans also hoped that the 'curse of the gypsies' would finally be dispelled from the stadium, and at last the team could make their mark on English football.
Sebastian Larsson's goal against Sheffield Wednesday on 28 April was chosen goal of the season, and the breakthrough award, sponsored by the local radio station, went to goalkeeper Colin Doyle, whose penalty save against Wolverhampton Wanderers in April earned him the "magic moment" award.