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West Brom vs Sheffield Wednesday

Saturday 8 Feb. 12:30
Championship Matchday 31

Key points

• West Brom have not kept a clean sheet in their last nine matches.
• West Brom are on a four-match unbeaten run at home, scoring 2.5 goals per game.
• Sheffield Wednesday struggle to convert draws into wins, with four in their last six games.
• Sheffield Wednesday's away matches frequently have over 2.5 goals scored.
• West Brom have conceded an average of two goals per game in their previous six outings.
• Sheffield Wednesday's tendency to concede more than they score may be a concern.

Standings

Recent form

West Brom

Last 6: DLDLWL

West Bromwich Albion have been experiencing a patchy run of form recently, with just one win in their last six matches across all competitions. The Baggies have struggled defensively, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last nine games, whilst conceding an average of two goals per game in their previous six outings. Their recent matches have been high-scoring affairs, with an average of 3.5 total goals per game and both teams scoring in 83% of these fixtures. West Brom's most notable result was a thumping 5-1 victory over Portsmouth in the Championship, but they also suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat to Bournemouth in the FA Cup. Despite their inconsistent form, the Baggies remain in contention for a play-off spot, currently sitting 6th in the Championship table with 44 points from 30 games.

Sheffield Wednesday

Last 6: DDLDWD

Sheffield Wednesday's recent form has been characterised by a series of draws, with four of their last six matches ending in stalemates. The Owls have shown resilience, remaining unbeaten in four of their last six games, but have struggled to convert draws into wins. Their defensive record has been mixed, conceding in five of the six matches, including a heavy 3-0 defeat to Leeds United. However, they've maintained a consistent scoring record, netting in five out of six games, with their highest-scoring match being a 2-2 draw against Bristol City. The team's goal difference of -1 over this period suggests a relatively balanced performance, though their tendency to concede slightly more than they score (1.5 goals conceded per game vs 1.33 scored) may be a concern. Despite their mid-table position, Sheffield Wednesday's ability to avoid defeat in most matches indicates a level of stability, even if outright victories have been hard to come by.

Recent home/away form

West Brom

Last 6: DWWWDW

West Bromwich Albion have been in impressive form at home, showcasing their strength at The Hawthorns. The Baggies are currently on a four-match unbeaten run at home, with three consecutive wins followed by a draw. Their most recent home fixture was particularly noteworthy, as they thrashed Portsmouth 5-1, demonstrating their potent attacking capabilities. West Brom have been consistently finding the back of the net, scoring in all of their last six home matches and averaging an impressive 2.5 goals per game. Defensively, they've also been solid, conceding less than a goal per game on average and keeping two clean sheets in their last six outings. The Baggies' home form has been crucial in their push for promotion, with their goal difference of +10 over the last six matches highlighting their dominance at The Hawthorns.

Sheffield Wednesday

Last 6: WDLDLW

Sheffield Wednesday's recent away form has been a mixed bag, with two wins, two draws, and two losses in their last six outings. The Owls have shown a penchant for high-scoring affairs on the road, with 67% of their matches seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams finding the net in two-thirds of these games. Their attacking prowess is evident, averaging 1.67 goals per game, but defensive frailties are apparent with 1.83 goals conceded on average. A notable high-scoring draw came against Middlesbrough in a thrilling 3-3 encounter, while their most recent away victory was an impressive 2-0 clean sheet against Queens Park Rangers. Despite their mid-table position, Wednesday have demonstrated their ability to be competitive away from home, though consistency remains a challenge.

🔮 AI Prediction

West Brom win

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