The last time Birmingham City played a home game, on the final day of last season against Blackburn, a large chunk of supporters stormed the pitch to protest against the club's vilified owners.
The fans had clearly seen enough and had witnessed another season pass them by, with the Blues once again escaping relegation by a handful of points. Their last six campaigns have seen them finish between 17th and 20th. It is the embodiment of mediocrity.
The owners, Birmingham Sports Holdings, are regarded by many fans as being faceless - hence the creepy masks fans wore at numerous junctures last term. They have been unhappy not just at the poor form of the team but the general direction and mis-management of the club. The closure of sections of St Andrew’s on safety grounds last season was another kick in the teeth for a tired fanbase.
