Peaky Blinders Creator Envisions Birmingham City Match Scene

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Steven Knight, the creator of the hit TV series Peaky Blinders, has revealed plans to feature a Birmingham City football match in an upcoming project related to the show. Knight envisions a scene set in the shadow of the chimneys of the new Birmingham City stadium, where character Jude Bellingham scores a hat-trick on the opening day of the season.

Why it matters

Peaky Blinders has become a global phenomenon, and incorporating a Birmingham City match into the show's universe would further cement the series' connection to the city and its rich football culture. This move could also boost interest in Birmingham City among the show's international fanbase.

The details

In an interview, Steven Knight shared his vision for a Peaky Blinders-related scene featuring a Birmingham City match. He described the setting as being "in the shadow of the chimneys of the new stadium," where the character of Jude Bellingham, a rising star for the club, scores a hat-trick on the opening day of the season.

• The new Birmingham City stadium is set to open in the near future.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The details of Knight's Peaky Blinders project featuring the Birmingham City match are still under wraps, but fans of the show and the local football club are eagerly anticipating more information.