Match Info
| Venue | The Hawthorns |
|---|---|
| Competition | Championship |
| Date | 26 November 2025 |
| Kick-off | 21:00 |
Why This Game Matters
The classic West Midlands derby always promises intense action and fierce rivalry. Both West Bromwich Albion and Birmingham will be eager to secure valuable points as the Championship season heats up on 26 November 2025 at The Hawthorns.
Key Numbers
- West Bromwich Albion have won 3, lost 5, and drawn 2 of their last 10 matches across all competitions.
- Birmingham show slightly better recent form with 4 wins and 4 losses from their last 10 games.
- West Brom have a strong home record, suffering only 1 defeat at The Hawthorns in recent matches.
- Birmingham’s away record is less stable, with 4 defeats on the road recently.
- The teams average around 2 to 2.8 goals per game, but nearly half of West Brom’s matches end under 2.5 goals.
- Birmingham scores on average 1.6 goals per game, compared to West Brom’s 0.8, hinting at a potentially competitive encounter.
Recent Results
- West Bromwich Albion:
- 08 Nov: 2-1 win vs Oxford United
- 04 Nov: 1-0 win vs Charlton Athletic
- 01 Nov: 0-0 draw vs Sheffield Wednesday
- 25 Oct: 1-0 win vs Ipswich Town
- Birmingham:
- 04 Nov: 1-0 loss vs West Bromwich Albion
- 01 Nov: 4-0 loss vs West Bromwich Albion
- 21 Oct: 0-1 loss vs Preston North End
- 18 Oct: 2-3 loss vs Hull City
Lineups & Formations
Both sides are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. West Bromwich Albion will likely rely on key players like J. Maja leading the attack and K. Grant pulling the strings behind. Birmingham counters with M. Ducksch up front and D. Gray orchestrating the midfield, emphasizing a balanced but attacking approach.
Prediction & Odds
- Recommended bet: West Bromwich Albion to win (Odds: 2.25)
- Probability of this outcome: 41.23%
- Under 2.5 goals expected (Odds: 1.49)
- Both teams to score: No
Verdict
West Bromwich Albion’s solid home performance and sharper edge in recent matches make them favourites to clinch this West Midlands showdown. Birmingham’s struggles on the road and defensive vulnerabilities suggest a tight game with limited goals. Expect West Brom to fight hard and come away with the points in a closely contested match.
