Darren Carter
Ex-Birmingham midfielder on BBC Radio WM

That is a massive, massive three points at this point in the season, the run that the team's been on, a little bit of criticism being thrown at them and at the manager, to go up against a Coventry team who have been absolutely flying in this first half of the season to produce a performance.

They've lacked a little bit in terms of that fight and that real grit in certain moments in games - they've shown that today and ultimately they've shown quality with the ball as well.

Sometimes it's not always going to be smooth with the ball and you're not going to play scintillating football. Sometimes you have to dig in, sometimes you have to defend your box resolutely, bodies on the line and Blues, I thought, balanced that out really well today, showing quality when they needed to with the goals, but then also dug in and stopped a very, very strong Coventry attack.

Birmingham City claim victory over league leaders Coventry City with a 3-2 win at St Andrew's. Marvin Ducksch was the hero with two goals, including a sensational strike, while Lewis Koumas scored his first goal for the club.

The determination from Chris Davies' side was evident as they held on to secure all three points despite Coventry's fight to equalise twice.

Rob Gurney
BBC Radio CWR Sport

And that's another straight red card for the Sky Blues.

And he (Bobby Thomas) will now be serving a three-game ban. He applauds that Sky Blue army as he disappears down the tunnel. It was a tangle there. I haven't seen a replay of it. Must admit I was following the ball so I didn't quite see what happened. It happened off the ball and Thomas has raised his hands and shoved them into the back of Neumann's head.

Bobby Thomas receives a red card for violent conduct after punching Phil Neumann in the back of the head. Coventry are now down to 10 men as they enter the final moments of the match.

Birmingham City make a substitution as Kanya Fujimoto comes on to replace Jay Stansfield. Stansfield has been a constant threat and irritant to Coventry's defence throughout the match.

Frank Lampard checks the minutes added for time wasting as normal time comes to an end. Ephron Mason-Clark attempts to find an equaliser for Coventry City, but his effort is comfortably picked up by Birmingham's keeper, James Beadle. The game is reaching its final crescendo with Coventry seeking every opportunity to level.

Coventry City make a substitution as Kai Andrews comes on to replace Josh Eccles. Andrews, a 19-year-old Wales international, will look to make an impact as the Sky Blues search for an equaliser.

James Beadle receives a yellow card for time wasting over a goal-kick, which marks his third caution of the season. Coventry are preparing for a late substitution in response.

Josh Eccles receives a yellow card for a bad foul on Kyogo Furuhashi, handing Birmingham a free-kick in the attacking half with minutes left on the clock. Eccles mistimed his run, leading to a late challenge.

Play is delayed as Birmingham City's goalkeeper, James Beadle, goes down, requiring treatment. With less than nine minutes of regular time remaining, this stoppage adds to the tense atmosphere as Birmingham seeks to hold their lead against Coventry City.

With just over 10 minutes to go, Birmingham City hold onto a narrow lead against Coventry City. The atmosphere is tense with Blues looking to secure crucial points ahead of the transfer window. Both teams are battling hard, with possession frequently changing hands and the pressure mounting.

Ellis Simms' header finds the back of the net, but the goal is disallowed for a foul by Bobby Thomas. Coventry City remain trailing Birmingham City in a tense match at St Andrew's.

Birmingham City are making a triple substitution. Kai Wagner receives a huge ovation as he is replaced by Alfons Sampsted. Patrick Roberts makes way for Willum Willumsson, and Marvin Ducksch is substituted for Kyogo Furuhashi. Birmingham aim to maintain pace and energy in the final stages.

Jay Stansfield's shot is blocked by Coventry City's Jay Dasilva, preventing a potential goal for Birmingham. Birmingham City have won the corner as they continue their search for another goal.

Steve Ogrizovic
Ex-Coventry City goalkeeper on BBC CWR

Carl Rushworth's having a great season but he's been out of sorts today. He's been caught out early doors with a few kicks, got away with it, got his angles right but he's just not collapsed easy enough and the ball has found its way through his legs from quite a tight angle.

Haji Wright comes on for Coventry City, replacing Tatsuhiro Sakamoto. Coventry's first change as they look to bolster their attacking options.

Lewis Koumas is substituted off for Birmingham City as Eiran Cashin comes on. Birmingham are adjusting their formation, possibly going with a back three or five, as Chris Davies adapts his tactics.

Darren Carter
Ex-Birmingham midfielder on BBC Radio WM

What a crazy game of football we've got here. Coventry getting themselves back into the game and it's Blues this time who respond quickly and you've got to give Marvin Ducksch all sorts of credit here because his timing of his run was very good.

Rob Gurney
BBC Radio CWR Sport

Simms at the edge of the D, squeezes in the equaliser again. Beadle a bit slow to react, but Ellis Simms with two in two has got the second equaliser for the Sky Blues.