Buy West Ham United vs Birmingham City tickets for the 2026/27 Season and book your seat at the London Stadium on Saturday 3 April 2027, kick-off 15:00. This is matchday 40 of the EFL Championship, with only six rounds left after it. Sky Sports has so far announced its broadcast picks only up to 9 January 2027, so the date and kick-off could still move for television.
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Few Championship fixtures this season carry this much weight on paper. West Ham United are playing their first season outside the top flight since 2011/12, while Birmingham arrive as one of the division's most ambitious clubs. The last time these two met in the Championship, in that same 2011/12 season, both finished in the top four.
Unlike most of West Ham's recent Premier League home games, this match will have a genuine general sale. The club sells each Championship home game first to members, then to season ticket holders and then to anyone with a free club account. Seats for an April game in the thick of the run-in still tend to go quickly once the sale opens.
West Ham's relegation ended 14 straight seasons in the top flight. They finished 18th on 39 points, going down on 24 May 2026 despite a 3-0 win over Leeds on the final day. Season ticket prices were cut by up to 30% for 2026/27, and at 62,500 the London Stadium is the largest ground in the division by a wide margin.
The visitors bring momentum of their own. Birmingham City won League One in 2024/25 with 111 points, a record for England's top four divisions. They then finished tenth on 64 points in their first season back in the Championship. Their ownership group, led by Knighthead Capital Management with Tom Brady as a minority investor, has unveiled plans for a 62,000-capacity stadium at Bordesley Park.
That stadium sits at the heart of a wider Sports Quarter in east Birmingham, less than a mile from St Andrew's, with the club targeting the 2030/31 season for the move. Birmingham are also two-time League Cup winners, in 1963 against Aston Villa and in 2011, when they beat Arsenal 2-1 at Wembley. A club with that profile and backing travels to London expecting to compete, not to make up the numbers.
Birmingham's travelling support is a big part of the demand picture. The Birmingham City Supporters' Trust has described the club as routinely selling out its away allocations. A trip to a 62,500-seat London stadium late in the season is exactly the kind of away day Blues fans plan around.
The timing raises the stakes. The Championship has expanded its play-offs to six teams from 2026/27, so the top eight now have a route to the Premier League. By matchday 40, every point matters for clubs chasing automatic promotion or a play-off place.
There is a sense of history too. Both clubs came down from the Premier League together in 2010/11, met twice in the Championship the following season and neither of those games produced a winner. This fixture is a chance to settle a head-to-head that has stood level for 15 years.
Yes. West Ham sell every Championship home game in three stages. Claret and Blue Members get a 24-hour priority window first, then season ticket holders can buy additional seats for four hours, and general sale opens at 3pm the same day to anyone with a free West Ham account.
Sales have opened around six to seven weeks before each home game so far this season. That points to a sale for this fixture around mid-February 2027. The match page had not been published by mid-October, so the exact sale date and the match category are still to come.
Membership saves money and gives you a head start. Claret and Blue membership costs around £45 for adults, gives priority access and takes £5 off each match ticket bought in the members' window. For a game this late in the season, that early window can be the difference between choosing your block and taking what is left.
Season tickets take a large share of the ground before any match sale opens. West Ham cut season ticket prices for 2026/27, with adult tickets starting at £310, and holders can list seats they cannot use on the club's Ticket Exchange. The public exchange opens only once 85% of general match tickets have sold.
For overseas visitors, or anyone who wants a confirmed seat before the club's sale opens, a verified marketplace is the practical route. Listings on 1BoxOffice come from checked sellers, every order is protected and you can filter for seats together before you commit.
Birmingham supporters follow their own club's process. In recent seasons the club has sold away tickets to its higher membership tiers first, with any remaining seats released later. Birmingham had not published sale details for this match by mid-October, so check the club's ticketing updates closer to the date.
Five factors drive the price of seats for this match: where you sit, overall demand, how close to the date you buy, the league table in April and whether you want hospitality. For the 2026/27 season, West Ham's Championship pricing is far lower than in recent Premier League seasons. Resale prices still sit above face value, especially if both clubs are in the promotion race.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tiers behind the goals | £40 – £75 | Value-focused buyers and first-time visitors | The Bobby Moore and Sir Trevor Brooking upper tiers |
| Billy Bonds and West upper tiers | £55 – £95 | Neutral buyers and pairs | A high side-on view along the full pitch |
| Lower tiers along the touchline | £75 – £130 | Buyers who want to be closer to the action | Central blocks sell first |
| 1966 West central seats | £110 – £180 | Buyers who want the premium general admission view | The top-priced general admission area |
| Club London hospitality | £150 – £350+ | Corporate guests and special occasions | Lounge access and dining vary by product |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
For context, West Ham sell single-match tickets in three categories for 2026/27. Every Championship home game published so far has been Category B, with adult general sale prices from £30 in Bands 5 and 6 to £50 in the 1966 West. Category A tickets run from £35 to £65 for adults, and a £1 booking fee applies to every ticket.
Families get a good deal at face value. In Category B, under-18 tickets cost £10 in Bands 5 and 6 and £20 in Bands 1 to 3, while over-66s and under-21s pay £20 to £30 depending on the band. That makes the club's own sale the most affordable route for anyone who can buy in time.
Timing matters more than usual for an April fixture. Prices often move once the general sale has sold through, because the club's own exchange only opens at 85% sold. They can move again if the league table turns this into a promotion six-pointer, so buyers who commit early usually find better-value seats and a wider choice of block.
The London Stadium was built for the 2012 Olympic Games and became West Ham's home in 2016, replacing the Boleyn Ground at Upton Park, where the club had played since 1904. It holds 62,500 for West Ham matches across four stands. The London Stadium seating plan shows how the bands and blocks are laid out.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Moore Stand (north) | Fans who want a lively end behind the goal | Lower to mid | Two tiers, with a lower tier rebuilt closer to the pitch |
| Sir Trevor Brooking Stand (south) | Fans who want to be among the most vocal home support | Lower to mid | Safety rails cover more than 3,000 places in the upper tier |
| Billy Bonds Stand (east) | Neutral buyers and pairs | Mid | The east touchline, opposite the main stand |
| West Stand | Buyers who want the main-stand view | Mid to high | Home to the 1966 West seats and the Club London lounges |
| Away section | Birmingham City supporters | Allocation only | The south-west corner of the Sir Trevor Brooking Stand, entered through Turnstile D via Bridge 4, for around 3,000 fans |
| Accessible seating | Wheelchair users and fans with disabilities | Concessions | 261 wheelchair spaces across all four stands, with a free personal assistant ticket |
Neutral and undecided fans should avoid the blocks next to the away section and should not wear Birmingham colours in home areas. The Billy Bonds Stand and the West Stand upper tier give a full view of the pitch and the atmosphere at both ends. If sitting together matters, use the seats-together filter before choosing a band.
Read the band and block on each listing carefully. West Ham price seats in bands from 1966 West down to Band 6, so two seats in the same stand can sit in different price bands. For a wider look at what is on at the ground this season, the London Stadium listing covers every event there.
For accessibility, West Ham release ticket information about five weeks before each match. Fans can contact the club's accessibility team by email or phone. The stadium has a staffed sensory room, free audio commentary for anyone who brings wired headphones and three Changing Places toilets.
Free shuttle buses run from Stratford and Stratford International from two hours before kick-off. Concession tickets for disabled supporters require proof such as higher-rate Disability Living Allowance, enhanced-rate Personal Independence Payment or a certificate of visual impairment. The Gold Top car park has 55 accessible bays, six of them set aside for away fans.
When Charlton visited in August, they received 3,001 tickets at £30 for adults, with 19 wheelchair bays in the away section. Birmingham's allocation and prices for this match have not yet been announced. Given how quickly Blues fans buy away tickets, expect the visiting end to sell through well before matchday.
West Ham's hospitality runs under the Club London name, with lounges that open two and a half hours before kick-off. Guests enter through Gate B on the west side. Each lounge has its own dress code, from smart collared shirts in the boxes to relaxed dress in the sports bars.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| The Boleyn | Fans who want a relaxed upgrade | Sports bar with a legends Q&A, pie and mash and lower-tier halfway-line seats |
| The Londoner | Groups of friends | Sports bar, pie and mash, legends appearances and mid-tier seats |
| Forge | Couples marking a special occasion | A three-course meal with halfway-line seats |
| Executive Box | Companies hosting clients | A private box for corporate groups |
Other options include Arnold Hills for à la carte dining, Royal East with floor-to-ceiling glass and the Great Briton lounge. Away fans can use the lounges but must not wear away colours or celebrate goals. BM6 is by invitation only.
The Executive Box and BM6 call for smart collared shirts, while Arnold Hills, Royal East and Forge are smart casual. Read the inclusions line on any premium listing, since dining and seat locations vary by product. For a late-season Saturday, hospitality is also a practical way to guarantee seats together for a larger group.
West Ham tickets are digital and are scanned by tapping your phone at the turnstile. Tickets become available to download and forward about five days before each match, so expect delivery in the week leading up to the game.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | The ticket has been added to your phone and NFC is turned on |
| Ticket forwarded to your account | The seller has forwarded the ticket and it shows in your account before matchday |
| Club London hospitality ticket | Lounge, arrival time, dress code and dining are confirmed in writing |
| Accessible seating ticket | Your entrance and personal assistant ticket are confirmed before matchday |
Read the listing notes for delivery timing, bring photo ID and charge your phone fully, because your ticket exists only on your device. General admission gates open 90 minutes before kick-off, and every order on 1BoxOffice carries the 150% money-back guarantee.
Entry rules are clear. Every bag is searched on the bridges leading to the stadium, the maximum size is A4 and there is no left luggage. Food, drink and programme kiosks are all cashless.
Stratford is served by the Central, Jubilee, Elizabeth and Overground lines plus the DLR and mainline trains, with a walk of 15 to 20 minutes to the ground. Pudding Mill Lane on the DLR is the closest station to the away entrance. Roads around the stadium close three hours before kick-off and there is no public parking on site.
Weekend engineering works are common on the London network, so check TfL's planned closures in the days before the match. Fans travelling from Birmingham by train should book flexible returns, because if the kick-off moves for television their planned train home may no longer fit.
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Find the fixture
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Use the stand, band and block on each listing, from the Bobby Moore Stand to the 1966 West, to match the seat to the view you want.
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The London Stadium is easy to reach for overseas visitors, with Stratford International a short high-speed rail hop from St Pancras. Digital delivery suits international travel, because tickets arrive on your phone without any need to collect them in person. If you are buying for a group, request seats together before checkout rather than after.
The bigger planning risk is the date. Sky Sports has announced its picks only up to 9 January 2027. Selections for April will follow later in the season, so a move to a Friday evening or a Sunday is possible. Book flexible accommodation and travel where you can, then keep an eye on the club's fixture updates.
Prices on 1BoxOffice are shown in pounds and fixed at checkout, which removes exchange-rate guesswork for overseas buyers. Fans planning ahead for the end of the season should note the new play-off format. The top two go up automatically, the clubs from fifth to eighth play one-off eliminators and the winners meet third and fourth in two-legged semi-finals.
The play-off final itself is played at Wembley Stadium. With the regular season ending on 1 May 2027, a result here can shape who is still in contention for that day.
These clubs have shared a division many times, but their Championship story is short. Both were relegated from the Premier League in 2010/11, Birmingham in 18th and West Ham in 20th. That set up their only two meetings in the competition since it took its current name in 2004/05, both in 2011/12.
The first came on Boxing Day 2011 at St Andrew's, where West Ham led at half-time before Birmingham drew level for a 1-1 draw in front of 20,214. The return on Easter Monday, 9 April 2012, was far more dramatic. Birmingham led 3-1 at the break at Upton Park, only for West Ham to fight back in the second half and draw 3-3 in front of 31,045.
What makes this fixture distinctive is how evenly matched the two sides have been at this level. They finished one place apart in 2011/12, drew both games and scored four goals each. This will be their first Championship meeting at the London Stadium, so the new ground has no history of its own between them yet.
The reverse fixture comes first this season, at St Andrew's on Saturday 19 December 2026, a 12:30 kick-off chosen for Sky. That result will feed straight into the build-up for April, and a decisive scoreline in Birmingham would give this match a rematch edge.
The figures below cover every Championship meeting between the sides at all venues, because the clubs have never met in this competition at the London Stadium.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 2 |
| West Ham United wins | 0 |
| Birmingham City wins | 0 |
| Draws | 2 |
| West Ham United goals | 4 |
| Birmingham City goals | 4 |
| Biggest West Ham United win | None in this competition |
| Biggest Birmingham City win | None in this competition |
| First Championship meeting | 26 December 2011 |
| Most recent Championship meeting | 9 April 2012 |
Figures are calculated from the match-by-match results below, checked against club match reports and independent results archives.
These numbers will change before this match is played. The meeting at St Andrew's on 19 December 2026 will become the third Championship game between the clubs, so the record either stays level or one side arrives in April with the upper hand. For buyers, a win for either club in December tends to sharpen demand for the return.
All Championship meetings between the sides, newest first.
| Date | Fixture | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Apr 2012 | West Ham United vs Birmingham City | 3-3 | Upton Park |
| 26 Dec 2011 | Birmingham City vs West Ham United | 1-1 | St Andrew's |
Results verified against West Ham United and Birmingham City match records, 11v11 and contemporary match reports from the Express & Star and the Romford Recorder.
It is scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday 3 April 2027, but it can still move because Sky has not yet announced its picks for April.
Yes, general sale opens after the members' and season ticket holders' windows, and anyone with a free club account can buy.
Visiting supporters sit in the south-west corner of the Sir Trevor Brooking Stand and enter through Turnstile D.
Resale seats typically start around £40 in the upper tiers behind the goals and reach £180 in the 1966 West. Prices tend to rise if both clubs are still chasing promotion in the spring.
Club tickets are released to phones about five days before the match. Your listing shows the expected delivery date from the seller.
Sources: West Ham United official ticketing, season ticket, hospitality, accessibility and visiting supporter information; Birmingham City Supporters' Trust; EFL and Sky Sports fixture and broadcast schedules; Premier League; TfL; Charlton Athletic ticket notices; 11v11; Express & Star; Romford Recorder; The Stadium Business.