How to watch Birmingham City vs Newcastle - TV channel, live stream and FA Cup kick-off time
Latest Birmingham City news as Chris Davies' men take on Premier League opposition in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Saturday
Birmingham City are in FA Cup action on Saturday evening when they take on Premier League side Newcastle United at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park.
The Blues have beaten Sutton United, Blackpool and Lincoln City on their way to the fourth round this season. Chris Davies' men are looking to stretch their unbeaten run that currently sits at 18 games.
Newcastle visit Birmingham on the back of booking their place at Wembley for the Carabao Cup final following 4-0 aggregate win over Arsenal. The Magpies are looking to end their run without a domestic trophy that extends all the way back to 1955.
Here, BirminghamMail takes a look at the TV info needed to be able to follow Birmingham City's clash with Newcastle in the FA Cup.
What time does Birmingham City vs Newcastle kick-off?
The cup tie is scheduled to kick off at 5:45pm at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park on Saturday, February 8.
Is Birmingham City vs Newcastle on TV?
Yes, fortunately for supporters BBC have chosen the game as part of their coverage of the FA Cup fourth round this weekend and it will be live on BBC One. It's the second of three games on television in the UK on Saturday with Brighton vs Chelsea following on ITV 4 after Manchester City's 2-1 win over Leyton Orient at lunchtime was broadcast on the BBC.
How to live stream Birmingham City vs Newcastle and watch abroad
Fans across the globe will still be able to watch the action unfold. In the United States, for instance, the match is being televised and live streamed by ESPN to paying customers. The fixture is also available to watch in the Netherlands and Denmark on ViaPlay.
What has Chris Davies said about the game?
The Blues boss spoke to reporters ahead of the visit if Newcastle and said: "The players are excited but we have got players who have played international football and in top leagues around Europe, so I don't think they'll be fazed by it.
"They know there's a big challenge ahead but, more than anything, they are looking forward to it. In other circumstances there might be a bit of apprehension, they respect Newcastle but they are looking forward to competing."
He added: "I've come across Eddie when I've been assistant manager of teams and I think he's a top coach. "I think he should have been the first pick to be the next England manager.
"As an individual, I think the way he conducts and carries himself is excellent as well. "From my point of view, I always look at the individual and the work they're doing, but the way they behave as well.
"He's a great example, there are some that aren't like that, but he is. "He's an inspiration.
"Any English manager that has gone on and he's been in the Champions League, I think he was 30 when he started managing, so he's had a long career already. "He's a great example to me and many other young British coaches.
"Hopefully I can make strides to emulate the kind of career that he's had."