Today’s Match Between West Bromwich Albion and Huddersfield Town: Preview, Prediction, Team News, and Lineups EFL Championship Round 5 Today Match on 2nd September 2023 at The Hawthorns (West Bromwich).
West Bromwich Albion vs Huddersfield Town Match Preview
West Bromwich Albion will look to extend their unbeaten home run to three games when they host Huddersfield Town in the Championship on Saturday. The Baggies have won their last two games at The Hawthorns, beating Swansea City and Middlesbrough, and will be confident of claiming another victory against a Terriers team who have lost their last four away games.
West Brom are currently seventh in the table, two points behind the top six, while Huddersfield are 23rd, having picked up just one point from their first four games. The Baggies have a good record against the Terriers in recent years, winning six of the last eight meetings between the two teams.
West Brom will be without the suspended Jayson Molumby for the match but have no other injury problems. Huddersfield will be without striker Danny Ward, who is suspended, and defender Ollie Turton, who is injured.
West Bromwich Albion vs. Huddersfield Town Match Facts
- League: EFL Championship Round 5
- MATCH: West Bromwich Albion vs. Huddersfield Town
- DATE: 2nd September 2023
- VENUE: The Hawthorns (West Bromwich)
- TIME: 14:00 (UK)
West Bromwich Albion vs Huddersfield Town Team News
The Championship match between West Bromwich Albion and Huddersfield Town on Saturday 2 September 2023 has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at The Hawthorns.
The game was scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. BST, but the course was deemed unplayable after heavy rain overnight. The decision to postpone the match was made by the referee, Darren England, in consultation with the two clubs and those responsible for the championship matchday.
A new date for the game has not yet been announced.
This is the second time this season that a game at The Hawthorns has been postponed due to a waterlogged field. The first was the game against Nottingham Forest on August 13.
The postponement is a blow to both West Brom and Huddersfield. The Baggies are currently seventh in the Championship table, while Huddersfield are 23rd. The match was an opportunity for both teams to pick up three points.
The postponement also represents a hard blow for the fans of both clubs. The game was sold out and many fans had traveled to The Hawthorns in anticipation of the match.
Possible starting lineups For Both Teams
These are the possible lineups for the match:
West Bromwich Albion: Johnstone; Ajayi, Bartley, Clarke; Furlong, Livermore, Mowatt, Townsend; Diangana, Robinson, Grant.
Huddersfield Town: Nicholls; Hogg, Lees, Sarr; Pipa, O’Brien, Russell, Toffolo; Sinani, Mbenza, Wardrobe.
These lineups are based on the current form of the players and the tactical preferences of the coaches. However, the actual lineups may be different.
West Bromwich Albion vs. Huddersfield Town Prediction
The match between West Bromwich Albion and Huddersfield Town has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at The Hawthorns. A new date for the game has not yet been announced.
However, considering the form of both teams before the postponement, I would have predicted a West Brom victory. The Baggies are currently seventh in the Championship table, while Huddersfield are 23rd. West Brom have won their last two home games, while Huddersfield have lost their last four away games.
West Brom have a good record against Huddersfield in recent years, winning six of the last eight meetings between the two teams. They also have a stronger squad on paper, with players like Alex Mowatt, Callum Robinson and Matt Clarke.
FAQs
Q. When does West Bromwich Albion vs Huddersfield Town kick-off?
Ans. 2nd September 2023 at 14:00 (UK)
Q. Where is West Bromwich Albion vs. Huddersfield Town being played?
Ans. The Hawthorns (West Bromwich)
Q. Where can I get tickets for West Bromwich Albion vs. Huddersfield Town?
Ans. Tickets are available on the Home Side Club website.
Q. What time does the West Bromwich Albion vs. Huddersfield Town Match match start?
Ans. 14:00 (UK)
Q. Which team will hit more Goals in West Bromwich Albion vs Huddersfield Town match?
Ans. Huddersfield Town will hit more Goals in this match.
Q. What TV channel is West Bromwich Albion vs. Huddersfield Town on in the UK?
Ans. This match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports (UK/Irl).
Q. Where can I stream West Bromwich Albion vs. Huddersfield Town in the UK?
Ans. This match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports (UK/Irl).
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