Birmingham City moved to within three points of the top six with a 1-0 victory over Blackburn in the week in what was a strong display from Pep Clotet's side.

After a tough start, the Spaniard is starting to win the fans over with the brand of football the team are playing and they head into tomorrow's game with Luton full of confidence.

The latest victory saw the side produce some eye-catching moments, with the fine team goal scored by Maxime Colin an example of the stylish play the manager wants.

Following the match-winning performance from his full-back, Clotet declared that Colin was the best right-back in the league.

And, whilst it's a statement that may raise a few eyebrows with fans of different Championship clubs, it's one that those who go to St. Andrew's would fully back up - with our graphic highlighting why.

Against Rovers, the ex-Brentford man delivered another strong defensive showing that many have become accustomed too.

His seven recoveries and interceptions highlight how he is a player who can be relied on in terms of his positional play and winning the ball back, essential qualities for any full-back.

However, what makes Colin stand out from the rest is the way he combines that reliability at the back with his ability to get forward.

A 78% pass success rate is a good figure and one that the Frenchman regularly hits, proving that he is capable in possession and that has helped Clotet gradually implement the style of play that he wants.

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Of course, he topped his individual display that night off with a rare goal and that is probably something he should aim to do more often because he has the quality to weigh in regularly.

It can be hard to influence games from a full-back position but Colin proved on Tuesday that he is capable of doing just that and the aim will be to carry that on when the Hatters visit tomorrow.

Blues fans will tell you that you can never predict the result of their side and it probably wouldn't be too much of a shock if they were beaten by the newly-promoted side.

But, one thing you can basically guarantee is a steady performance from Colin, who has proven since arriving at St. Andrew's that he is a top quality player and his showing in the week outlined why Clotet holds him in such high regard.

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