Albion Analysis: Recent Episodes
Chris Hall
Chris Hall and Pete from Albion Analytics take an in-depth look at the data behind West Bromwich Albion's performances, as well as using their own experiences and knowledge to analyse what is going on at the club.
This week on the pod we talk to an Albion legend, Baggies' all-time Premier League top scorer Peter Odemwingie.
We discuss his career, why he had so much success at the club, why he wanted to leave and that fateful day at Loftus Road.
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Chris & Pete look at the attacking players they believe Albion should be targeting in the transfer market this summer.
They believe there are some exciting talents that Albion could potentially add to their ranks.
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Chris and Pete discuss which defenders and midfielders they believe Albion should be setting their sights on this summer.
They also outline which positions in the squad they believe are the most pressing to recruit for.
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Pete and Chris say what they would do with each member of the current Albion squad - would they keep them, sell them or loan them out?
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Chris & Pete analyse the moments that defined Albion's campaign, grade the season as a whole and chat about striker targets.
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Chris & Pete reflect on Albion's exit from the play-offs, they consider the season as a whole and how it should be viewed.
Chris also has some strong words for the security team at Southampton after the very unsavoury scenes at the final whistle.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the play-off semi-final first leg against Southampton after the two teams cancelled each other out at The Hawthorns.
They discuss how Albion managed to improve upon their regular season performances against Saints and the duo look ahead to the second leg.
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Albion secured their play-off place with a final day victory over Preston and Chris & Pete have their say on that win.
They discuss why the performance was so improved from the week before and the duo also look ahead to the first-leg clash with Southampton at The Hawthorns.
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Chris & Pete reflect on Albion's dismal showing in South Yorkshire.
They analyse where it all went wrong and say what they believe Albion need to change ahead of the decisive final-day clash with Preston.
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Chris & Pete reflect on an incredible game which the Baggies bossed for long periods yet somehow lost!
They chat about why that was and discuss the key performances.
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Chris & Pete discuss the defeat to Sunderland and what that means in the big picture of Albion's season.
They also chat about some of the reaction to Brandon Thomas-Asante's sending-off.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the 2-0 win over Rotherham and discuss what we need to ensure a play-off place.
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Chris & Pete reflect on a game at Stoke which was about as unpredictable as the weather.
They discuss Albion's dip in form even if results have remained relatively steady and ask how the Baggies can improve going into the run-in.
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Chris & Pete reflect on a duo of draws for Albion after the packed Easter schedule.
They chat about the Baggies newfound ability to come from behind in games and discuss some of the key performers over the weekend's games.
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In this special episode, Chris & Pete answer your burning questions.
We discuss matchday food, who we'd like to face in the play-offs, how current Albion players compare to ones from the past and much, much more!
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Chris & Pete are joined by BBC Radio WM's Steve Hermon to chat about new Baggies owner, Shilen Patel.
Steve was recently granted an exclusive sit-down interview with Albion's new Chairman and he gives us his thoughts on the new man at the helm at The Hawthorns.
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Chris & Pete chat about the win over Bristol City and are full of praise for Albion's full-backs.
They also discuss Mikey Johnston's current vein of form after the on-loan winger was once again very influential.
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Chris & Pete discuss a crazy game at The John Smiths Stadium as Albion come back from a goal down to win 4-1.
They chat about Magic Mikey's magnificent form and bust some myths around the Baggies.
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Chris & Pete reflect on a breathless game at Loftus Road that was jam-packed full of talking points.
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Chris & Pete look back on the 2-1 win over fellow play-off chasers Coventry.
The pair analyse Mikey Johnston's stunning start to his Albion career and there's praise for an often unheralded player.
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Chris & Pete give their thoughts on the away draw at Hull and also sum up a big week in the race for the play-offs.
They also ask why some continue to question Corberan's in-game decisions.
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Chris & Pete give their thoughts immediately after Albion's 2-0 away win at Plymouth.
The duo praise the Baggies for their incredible second-half display and single out the performances of Fellows, Townsend, and Johnston.
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Chris & Pete sit down with Action For Albion's Ali Jones to get the full lowdown on the proposed takeover, Albion's new owner, and what this means for our finances.
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Pete and Chris give their reaction to Albion's Friday night defeat to Southampton at The Hawthorns.
They also analyse an interesting night for the officials with a penalty shout and a sending-off for Carlos Corberan for them to discuss.
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Chris & Pete reflect on another home win, this time against Cardiff City.
They highlight the outstanding form of Darnell Furlong and discuss how Carlos Corberan once again got his changes spot on.
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Chris & Pete give their thoughts on Albion's 2-2 draw at Ipswich.
They are full of praise for the performance of Tom Fellows, highlight the moment they feel changed the game and react to Daryl Dike's injury.
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Chris & Pete discuss the win over Birmingham as the Baggies' January signings make an impact.
They also highlight Darnell Furlong's display and chat about which centre-midfielder Albion might go after from the free transfer market.
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Chris chats with a man who knows all about our new signing Callum Marshall, Northern Ireland's Head of Elite Player Development Andy Waterworth.
He tells us exactly what to expect from the West Ham loanee and gives us plenty of reasons to be excited.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the defeat to Wolves and all the incidents surrounding the game.
They also give their thoughts on Albion's new signing Callum Marshall.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the defeat to Norwich and ask the bigger question, why are we so good at home and not so good away?
The duo also challenge some of the criticism of Albion's full-backs and ask whether the Baggies now need a centre-mid after Molumby's injury.
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Chris & Pete give the lowdown on Albion's new signing Andreas Weimann.
We also get the Bristol City view on the Austrian from Ben from Robins On Tour.
The duo also discuss TGH's permanent departure and Mo Faal's new loan move.
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Chris and Pete reflect on the home win over Blackburn and focus on Brandon Thomas-Asante's outstanding performance at centre-forward.
They also chat about the wide attackers and the full-back before reserving praise for Alex Mowatt.
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Chris & Pete discuss Albion's FA Cup victory over non-league Aldershot.
They focus on the eye-catching displays from Albion's youngsters, in particular Tom Fellows and Fenton Heard.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the defeat to Swansea as Albion make it 52 years without an away win on New Year's Day.
They talk about how the squad is being stretched to its limits and, on the positive side, praise the display of Tom Fellows.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the win over Leeds as Corberan's men turn in one of the performances of the season.
They discuss the mentality and leadership shown by the players, the wonderful Hawthorns atmosphere, and how Corberan has completely turned things around in 2023.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the Boxing Day win over Norwich City.
They discuss the wonderful double act of Swift & Wallace, celebrate another magnificent save from Alex Palmer, and ask if Brandon Thomas-Asante gets undue criticism.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the dismal defeat to Middlesbrough.
They discuss how much we are missing Matt Phillips and how are attack is suffering without him.
They also reserve praise for Alex Palmer after the goalkeeper kept the score respectable.
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Chris & Pete discuss the draw with Stoke as well as the mid-week win over Rotherham.
They consider Carlos Corberan's interesting post-match comments and ask why some of our defenders get so much criticism from sections of our fanbase..
They also look ahead to the upcoming game with Middlesbrough.
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Chris & Pete discuss what they deem to be Albion's "worst performance of the season".
However, they are left infuriated by the officiating after Dan Ballard's challenge on Josh Maja.
They also talk about Albion's mounting injury list ahead of Tuesday's trip to Rotherham.
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Chris & Pete reflect on a week in which Albion were victorious at Cardiff but then had to stomach late heartache at home to Leicester City.
The duo begins with the defeat to the league leaders and asks if some of the criticism of Conor Townsend is harsh.
They then look back at the win over Cardiff and discuss what this week has meant for Jeremy Sarmiento amongst others.
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Chris & Pete look back on the win over second-placed Ipswich as the Baggies completely nullify the best attack in the Championship.
They also discuss the key performers as Jed Wallace turns in a true captain's display.
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In this international break special, Chris & Pete go through each team in the Championship and highlight one player they would like to see in the Albion squad.
Money is no object in this ideal world scenario where they have free rein to pick one player from each squad to improve Albion's.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the defeat to Southampton and, despite the result, find a great deal of positives to discuss.
They also chat about whether Alex Mowatt is now indispensable and discuss the social media abuse one of our players has had to suffer this weekend.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the 3-1 win over Hull and ask if there has been a clear shift in the players' mentality under Corberan.
They also look at Albion's incredible defensive record and praise some of the star performers in the win over The Tigers.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the victory at Coventry as Carlos Corberan's men go fifth after 7 clean sheets in the last 9 games.
They discuss how Corberan masterminded the victory and they chat about Albion's key performers.
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Chris & Pete reflect on a year under Carlos Corberan's management and consider how far we've come and how players have developed.
They also look back on Albion's last game against QPR and the duo preview the trip to Coventry.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the goalless draw with Plymouth.
They consider Albion's attacking options without John Swift and also ask if it's time for Erik Pieters to come out of the team.
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Chris is joined this week by Birmingham Live's Joe Chapman to reflect on the season so far.
They assess Albion's progression under Carlos Corberan and consider the current injury crisis.
They also discuss the ownership situation and whether there may be light at the end of the tunnel.
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After an up and down week Chris & Pete give their thoughts on Albion's two games.
They discuss at length Albion's defeat to Birmingham and the decision by the officials that contributed to it.
They also look back on the home win over Sheffield Wednesday.
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Chris & Pete analyse the 4-0 win at Deepdale in our most upbeat episode ever!
The duo consider the top performers as Albion ended Preston's 100% home record in style.
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Chris & Pete look back on the goalless draw with Milwall and, what they believe was, a positive performance from The Baggies.
They also chat about the midweek game against Watford and why Albion games seem to follow a common theme.
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Chris & Pete offer their thoughts on the goalless draw at Ashton Gate.
They discuss the positives of Albion's second-half display while asking why the Baggies were so slow to start the game.
They also analyse the impact of Albion's subs and ask whether it's time some of them started.
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In this special episode, Chris chats to Albion's former Head of Scouting and Head of UK Recruitment, Stuart White.
He tells us how a transfer window works, why Albion's recruitment team under Dan Ashworth was so successful, and tells us how clubs identify players.
He also lifts the lid on how some players, who would go on to be Albion stalwarts, were identified and reveals some of the players we nearly signed!
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Chris & Pete look back on the 2-1 defeat to Huddersfield and, as we go into the international break, assess where we are overall as a team.
They consider the performances of Alex Palmer, John Swift, and Jed Wallace and ask why we are conceding so many goals and also why Okay Yokuslu is substituted every game.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the 4-2 win over Middlesbrough.
They discuss how Carlos Corberan is evolving the team & players.
The duo also chat about the key performers and the imminent end of the transfer window.
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With a week to go in the transfer window, Chris is joined by Birmingham Live's Joe Chapman to discuss potential ins and outs at The Hawthorns.
The pair also assess Albion's window thus far.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the draw away at Leeds United and consider whether it was a good result.
They look at the key performers and also debate where Albion need to strengthen in the remaining weeks of the transfer market.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the victory over Swansea.
They discuss the key performers and a crazy end to the match which saw the Baggies nearly throw it away.
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Chris & Pete look back on the opening-day defeat to Blackburn and aim to unpick the reasons why the Baggies were beaten.
They discuss Corberan's team selection, the performance of Albion's centre-halves, and the eye-catching display of Matt Phillips.
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Chris & Pete check out the data surrounding our new signing, Josh Maja.
They also offer their thoughts on the other Albion transfer rumours which surround Sory Kaba, Grady Diangana, Taylor Gardner-Hickman, and David Button.
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Chris & Pete discuss the news that has dominated the headlines since Saturday - Alex Palmer's potential move to Luton.
They also preview the campaign ahead by assessing the squad and they offer their annual pre-season predictions.
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Chris & Pete are joined by journalist and Brighton fan Kathrin Dick who gives her thoughts on Albion's new loan signing, Jeremy Sarmiento.
After a glowing recommendation from Kathrin, Chris & Pete look over the Ecuadorian international's data and also give their thoughts on some of the other rumours surrounding the club in recent days.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the recent pre-season friendlies and assess how Albion are shaping up ahead of the new season.
There is a particular focus on Alex Mowatt, Tom Fellows, Caleb Taylor, and Cedric Kipre.
They also discuss recent transfer business following the confirmed departures of Karlan Grant and Zac Ashworth and the rumoured departures of Nathaniel Chalobah and David Button.
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Albion Analysis sits down with Mike Scott, the former leader of Albion's Youth Development Programme.
He talks about the myriad of talents he's seen come through the Albion youth system, tells us why that youth system was so successful, and, also, how it was ultimately split up.
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Chris & Pete discuss the club's first major sale of the transfer window and whether it might be the first of many.
They discuss which players they'd be happy to let go and which of the rumoured departees they'd want to keep.
They also address the talk of a return for Matheus Pereira.
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Chris & Pete discuss the breaking news surrounding Mohamed Elkashashy & Chris Farnell's reported interest in buying West Bromwich Albion.
They also talk about Mark Miles taking on Ron Gourlay's responsibilities, Ian Pearce's promotion, and Albion's approach to this summer's transfer window - after Chris heard rumours of Baggies' players being offered to other clubs.
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Nathan Ellington sits down with Chris & Pete to discuss his two seasons at the club.
He opens up about how he joined the Baggies, his relationships with Bryan Robson & Tony Mowbray, why his head went toward the end, and much, much more.
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Chris & Pete sit down with Keith Downing to discuss his highly eventful time at West Bromwich Albion.
They discuss everything from working in the youth academy under Dan Ashworth to first-team coaching alongside Roy Hodgson & Steve Clarke.
They also talk about his 6-game spell in caretaker charge, Saido Berahino, and handling the fall-out from THAT goal celebration away at West Ham.
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Chris & Pete assess the attacking options in the Albion squad, say who they think should stay, who should go and identify some summer transfer targets.
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Chris & Pete assess Albion's midfield options.
They say who they feel should stay and go out of the existing squad and suggest potential new signings.
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Chris & Pete assess Albion's defensive options, say which player should stay, which should be sold, and also offer some suggestions for transfer targets.
This is the first of three pods analysing different areas of the Albion squad.
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Albion's season ended in disappointment at Swansea as the Baggies narrowly missed out on the play-offs.
In this week's episode, Chris & Pete reflect on a real rollercoaster of a campaign and ask why the Baggies couldn't achieve promotion and what positives there are going into next season.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the huge win over Norwich which keeps the Baggies' play-off hopes alive (just).
They assess the key performers from that game and also look at the permutations for the final day which could see Albion snatch a top 6 spot.
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Chris & Pete reflect on Albion's second defeat in a few days as the Baggies are once more punished for being wasteful in front of goal.
They also analyse why Albion missing chances has been a theme of the season and the duo talk about who the main culprits are.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the defeat to Sunderland as Albion squander a huge opportunity in the play-off race.
They consider Corberan's reasons for not making subs earlier and also assess the key performers in Sunday afternoon's game.
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Chris & Pete jump on straight after the final whistle at Bloomfield Road to discuss a huge win for the Baggies.
Once again it was a game of two halves and our dup discuss why as well as praising Albion's key performers.
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Chris & Pete reflect upon the vital win over Stoke and assess how Albion transformed their dismal first half display to boss the second half and win the game.
They also analyse the key performers including Jayson Molumby, Jed Wallace, Karlan Grant & Nathaniel Chalobah.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the Easter weekend and ask how on Earth Albion still have a chance of the play-offs after one point from two games.
They consider what went wrong in those matches and ask what the players & Corberan need to do in the final half dozen games to have any chance of a top-six finish.
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In this bumper 90-minute podcast Chris & Pete look back on a huge week for the Baggies.
They consider what the club's accounts mean for the future of the football club in the first 40 minutes of the pod before then assessing the draw with Millwall.
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Chris & Pete discuss the disappointing draw away at Cardiff and the decisions which led to it.
They debate whether some of the reaction to the result has been justified and assess what impact it will have on Albion's pursuit of the play-offs.
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Chris & Pete look back on a literal six-pointer of a week as the Baggies defeated Wigan & Huddersfield at The Hawthorns.
They also discuss the growing influence of John Swift and how a left-back has become our best centre-half!
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Pete and Chris analyse the defeat to Hull and ask how we managed to lose despite dominating all the stats.
They also question whether we need a left-sided player on the left and ask how much of a dent the defeat on Humberside has put in our play-off chances.
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Chris & Pete discuss another home win and another home clean sheet as Middlesbrough became the latest team to be dispatched in B71.
They also reflect on some stand-out displays from the likes of Dike and Griffiths and assess the run-in with renewed confidence.
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Chris & Pete react to the Monday night defeat at Vicarage Road just minutes after the final whistle.
They analyse a real game of two halves and discuss Corberan's failed experiment in the first half.
The duo also look at the bigger picture, assess Albion's play-off chances after one win in five and also look ahead to the games to come.
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Chris & Pete look back at the defeat to Blues and tackle the burning question - should Corberan drop David Button?
They also ask why Albion struggled to create anything on Friday night as well as looking ahead to a potentially pivotal run of games against the teams around them.
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No Pete this week so Chris is joined by Birmingham Mail's Joe Chapman.
The pair tackle the big question - will Carlos Corberan go to Leeds?
They review the transfer window and also analyse the win over Coventry at The Hawthorns.
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Chris & Pete look back on the FA Cup defeat to Bristol City and also ahead to the end of the transfer window.
They discuss what players Carlos Corberan needs in the remainder of the window and they also assess the lack of squad depth that was exposed once again at Ashton Gate.
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Action For Albion's Ali Jones joins Chris & Pete to talk about his recent meeting at the club with Ron Gourlay & Ian Skidmore.
Ali reveals what was discussed and what he was told about Albion's current finances as well as the future projections for the financial state of our club.
He also tells us what's next for Action For Albion.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the defeat to Burnley.
They ask whether Carlos Corberan made rare mistakes against both the Clarets and Chesterfield in mid-week.
They also question whether Tom Rogic might be a luxury player for the Baggies.
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After Albion came back from 2-goals down to win for the first time since 2008, Chris & Pete explore how there has been such a complete shift in the team's mentality.
Conor Townsend scored his first league goal for the Baggies in 134 games and the guys ask if it should be a more regular occurrence.
Chris also contemplates how Matt Phillips has gone from frustratingly inconsistent to a leader of men in a few short months.
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Chris & Pete discuss what we learned about Albion's fringe players in the FA Cup draw with Chesterfield.
They also give their thoughts on Brandon Thomas-Asante's alleged elbow and highlight some players Albion should be monitoring as potential future signings.
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Chris & Pete discuss another excellent win, as victory against the Royals made it 8 wins from 9 games.
They focus on the performance of Jayson Molumby and ask how he's improved this season.
Also, after Action For Albion sent their message to the owners - Chris & Pete have their own plea for the hierarchy of the club.
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Chris & Pete give their thoughts on a seventh win in eight games and another magnificent Okay Yokuslu performance.
They also discuss what Albion's transfer policy should be going forward following the confirmation of the loan from MSD Holdings.
The duo asks whether the governing bodies of football could be doing more to protect clubs, with Albion's financial future appearing perilous.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the Boxing Day victory at Ashton Gate.
They praise the performances of Okay Yokuslu and Brandon Thomas-Asante as well as looking at the data behind Conor Townsend & Matt Phillips' seasons.
They also offer their thoughts on the possible MSD Holdings loan and the fresh wave of protests planned by Action For Albion.
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Well, it's only taken us nearly a year but we've finally quoted Moneyball in the title :)
Chris & Pete look back on the defeat to Coventry and what went wrong for the Baggies.
They also consider CC's post-match comments and discuss whether there was a deeper meaning to his words...
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Pete & Chris reflect on the weekend's action as Albion made it five wins on the spin.
They ask whether we should now be looking up the table toward those play-off places rather than concerning ourselves with the bottom 3.
They also myth bust around Grady Diangana and look ahead to the clash with Coventry.
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Albion returned to action after the World Cup break with a fourth successive win so the lads are back to dissect that victory.
They focus in on the performances of Dike, Rogic, and Wallace and also hail the bravery of Carlos Corberan to go and win the game in the second half.
The discussion also turns to Albion's recent lack of quality, young loan signings and the pair discuss why young players from top clubs seem to not want to join the Baggies.
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Chris & Pete look back on a tremendous ten days that has seen the Baggies win 3 games in a row for the first time since August 2021.
They discuss what has changed since Steve Bruce left the club to cause this incredible turnaround in fortunes.
They also assess some of the top performers against the Potters - Brandon Thomas-Asante, Kyle Bartley, and unsung hero, John Swift.
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Chris & Pete discuss a night of protests against Albion's ownership but also a night of success on the pitch as the Baggies registered only their third win of the season against Blackpool.
The pair analyse the impact Carlos Corberan is having on the pitch and discuss Albion's top performers from that victory.
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After another abject display, we pick the bones out of the defeat to Sheffield United.
Chris & Pete discuss the rumours of Albion applying for a sizeable loan and they also give their thoughts on the fan action groups.
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With rumours swirling around the financial state of the club, Chris & Pete give their thoughts on what might happen next.
They also address the manager hunt as Carlos Corberan becomes the front-runner for the job.
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Chris & Pete give their thoughts on the victory over Reading.
They assess the key performances of TGH, Alex Palmer, Jake Livermore, Matt Phillips and Martin Kelly.
Richard Beale's huge contribution to the win is discussed and they also chat about the latest rumours regarding the manager hunt as Steven Schumacher becomes the new bookies' favourite.
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In a special extra pod, Pete and Chris look at the candidates to succeed Steve Bruce and offer their opinion on who they'd want.
They also give their thoughts on a very revealing article by Elias Burke in The Athletic which lifted the lid on goings-on behind the scenes at The Hawthorns.
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It's now one win in 13 games so Chris & Pete ask the obvious question; how (at time of recording) is Steve Bruce still in a job?
They consider Ron Gourlay's motivations and ask whether he has the club's best interests at heart.
Also, the guys give their thoughts on a difficult week for Bruce in the media and on social media.
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After another awful display against Swansea, Chris & Pete run the numbers on David Button's season and they aren't pretty!
They question why Bruce is still picking him and also ask what the future holds for the Baggies manager following another home defeat.
The duo also takes a look at the recent reports regarding the running of the club and some of its financial dealings.
Chris & Pete look back on the draw with Norwich and assess how Steve Bruce altered his team and tactics to take on one of the division's top sides.
They also look ahead to a run of 8 games between 1 Oct & 1 Nov which will test Albion's thin squad to its limits.
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Chris & Pete look back on a dreadful night in the derby with Blues.
They consider the performances of Button & Bartley as well as Bruce's defensive tactics.
We are also joined later in the pod by The Bear Pit's Elliot Yates who will give us the Stoke perspective on new signing Erik Pieters.
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Chris & Pete look back on a crazy week at the Baggies.
They try to figure out exactly what went wrong on transfer deadline day and who is to blame.
They ask whether Ron Gourlay has permanently damaged his relationship with the supporters.
The duo also delve into the list of free agents and tell us who they believe Albion should be targetting.
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Pete & Chris reflect on a promising draw away at Huddersfield and admit that the opening six games of the season have made them both change their mind about Steve Bruce.
They also look ahead to a big week for the club off the field as the transfer window draws to an end.
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Chris & Pete reflect on the Hull and Cardiff home games and ask, is Grady Diangana the best player in the league on his day?
They also consider, despite the contrasting results, if there was much difference between the two performances.
The duo also strike back against some of the abuse leveled at skipper Jake Livermore on social media.
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Chris and Pete reflect on the defeat to Blackburn but also delve deeper into why the team is not on the right side of the fine margins at the moment.
They consider the finishing, the goalkeeper but also the large sums of money still owed to the club by the owner.
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After an extremely positive display in the 1-1 draw with Watford, Pete & Chris give their thoughts on what they saw.
They talk about Steve Bruce's tactical approach to the match, heap praise on the likes of Wallace & Molumby and discuss the change in atmosphere at The Hawthorns.
Also, following confirmation of Dike's injury, there is more chat around potential reinforcements at striker.
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Chris & Pete assess the opening game of Albion's season as the Baggies drew 1-1 away at Middlesbrough.
They discuss Steve Bruce's team selection, the qualities of Wallace & Swift and express concerns over Button's distribution.
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Chris & Pete look ahead to the start of the 22/23 season and give their verdict on how ready this Albion squad is for the challenge ahead.
They also analyse the Baggies' opening day opponents Middlesbrough, give their thoughts on who the major challengers will be in this season's Championship and give some quick-fire predictions.
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Chris & Pete return to discuss Albion's latest summer signing - Okay Yokuslu.
They also go in-depth on Albion's striker targets and say who they'd sign out of Grabban, Gayle, Armstrong and Archer.
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Pete and Chris are joined by Millwall fan Jim to hear what the Baggies can expect from new signing Jed Wallace.
Pete and Chris then give their thoughts on some of the rumoured signings such as Choudhury and Lawrence and say whether they think they would be good acquisitions.
The duo also give their view on who they would now like to see moved on from The Hawthorns amid rumours there will be no more incomings without outgoings first.
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One of the most forthright interviews on Albion you'll hear.
Paul Scharner talks about his time at the Baggies, goals against Aston Villa, and tells us he wanted the club to be more ambitious at the time.
He also gives his thoughts on the current crop, offers his opinion on why it went so wrong last season, and also discusses the Sporting Director structure and why he thinks it's so important.
If you want to chat about anything on the pod you can tweet us @AlbionAnalysis and if you aren't following Paul, give him a follow @Scharns33.
Swift by name, Swift by nature.
A shorter but still comprehensive podcast looking at our new signing John Swift and the qualities he brings.
We are joined by Reading fan Jacob Hawley who tells us why Swift was so adored by the Royals' fans.
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In part two, Jimmy talks about the 18/19 season and his 12 games in charge of the Baggies.
He discusses the uncertainty that surrounded the managerial situation at the club, how he found out he was getting the job and those two legs against Villa.
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In our first-ever Albion Analysis Meets we speak to former Baggies boss Jimmy Shan.
In part one we talk about his time with the Albion youth setup, and how that youth team produced so many good players.
Jimmy also gives us an insight into the mentality of current Baggies Taylor Gardner-Hickman and Alex Palmer.
Stay tuned for part two next week when Jimmy will discuss the 18/19 season and his 12 games in charge of the club.
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It's the turn of the defenders as Chris & Pete continue their assessment of our playing squad.
Who should stay? Who should go?
Clarke or Lenihan?
Were we crazy to give Kean Bryan a contract until 2023?
All questions which will be tackled with the same ferocity as Dara O'Shea goes in for a 50/50!
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This week it's the turn of the midfielders to be put under the microscope.
However, Pete & Chris don't just assess our existing squad but also look at some of the free agents the Baggies have been linked with.
Would Rothwell, Swift or Wallace be good signings? Find out what the guys think in this week's Albion Analysis.
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Chris & Pete analyse Albion's existing forward options and determine who should stay and who should go ahead of next season.
They also debate whether Ken Zohore is the worst signing in Albion's history...
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With the season effectively ended at Nottingham Forest, Pete & Chris turn their attention to who should be in charge of the Baggies next season.
They've each drawn up a shortlist of managers they'd like to see in the dugout and they give their verdict on whether they'd consider keeping Steve Bruce for the 22/23 season.
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After inconsistent Albion dashed any lingering play-off hopes against Stoke on Saturday, Chris and Pete use this pod to look to the future.
They assess whether Romaine Sawyers, Andy Carroll and Matt Clarke should remain at the club next season.
They also discuss who should be Albion's number one next term after Bruce suggested at the weekend it would be one of Button, Palmer or Griffiths.
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With Albion's season effectively ended at Blues on Sunday, Chris & Pete take the opportunity to look to next season.
They discuss the big question of whether Steve Bruce should be our manager next season while also debating if Grant & Robinson are the long-term answer up front and if our defence is the one area of our squad we can be satisfied with?
If you have any thoughts, please tweet us @AlbionAnalysis.
On this week's pod Chris & Pete discuss who might take over from Sam Johnstone as Albion no.1 next season.
We also do some myth-busting around the Baggies' corners and Daryl Dike's injury record.
And, of course, we look back on a disappointing day at Ashton Gate and ask, how did we follow up the Fulham performance with THAT?
They've only gone and made us believe again (well Chris believes anyway).
We look back on an incredible week in which Albion reignited their season with four points at home to Huddersfield and Fulham.
We discuss the blossoming partnership between Robinson and Grant, Chris begs the club to sign Matt Clarke permanently and we also ask why was there such a negative reaction to rumours of Jayson Molumby signing permanently from some fans?
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FINALLY, Chris & Pete have a victory to talk about after the 2-0 win at Hull.
We have a look at what made the difference in that game, was it the switch back to three centre-halves which we had been calling for?
We also analyse Taylor Gardner-Hickman's impact and ask whether Grant is the answer at no.9?
We also have a look at a couple of Hull players who Chris feels could be potential transfer targets for the Baggies this summer.
After yet another defeat, against Swansea City this time, Pete George from Albion Analytics and Chris Hall decide to take an in-depth look at Luke Dowling's reign as Sporting & Technical Director and assess the long-term impact that has had on the club.
They discuss whether the current recruitment team is fit to lead the biggest summer the club has had in over 20 years and Pete tries to help them with their job by recommending some potential transfer targets.
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In this week's pod Chris Hall and Pete George dissect the mid-week defeat to Middlesbrough.
They also talk about whether Bruce should go back to three centre-backs in an effort to make Albion more solid.
Why Taylor Gardner-Hickman isn't starting is a subject for debate as is why Karlan Grant is!
This week Chris & Pete talk about how the current crop are a mere 81 goalless minutes away from the worst goal drought in Albion's history?
Can we end this before getting the unwanted record at Middlesbrough?
We also delve into the legacy left behind by Luke Dowling, discuss the current recruitment team and answer listener questions.
Chris Hall and Pete George reflect on the 0-0 draw with Blackburn as the Baggies stopped the rot but made it 6 consecutive hours without a goal.
In this episode they discuss:
- What is the best formation for this squad?
- How do we get the best out of Andy Carroll?
- Do Grant and Robinson deserve to be starting?
- Did we leave ourselves a forward short in January?
- Is Adam Reach being unfairly criticised?
In this week's Albion Analysis Chris Hall and Pete George discuss:
- Should Jake Livermore remain Albion captain
- Why have we had 15 red cards in 3 years, is this squad completely ill-disciplined?
- What offensive and defensive changes did we see from Bruce's Baggies?
- Captain Carroll, Super Sam and any other reasons to feel optimistic after another defeat
It's been all change at the Baggies since we last recorded.
Ismael and Ken gone, Bruce and Gourlay replace them.
We offer our thoughts on the new CEO and the new manager, we discuss the direction of the club and the job Gourlay has on his hands.
Also, after so much negativity from Reading fans toward the Gourlay appointment on Twitter, we speak to Jacob, a Reading fan, to get his views.
Chris Hall and Pete from Albion Analytics look back on the miserable performance against Preston and assess the data to see where it all went wrong.
They also discuss the striker situation in the wake of Dike's injury and tackle some really big questions:
Who is Albion's best midfield two?
Is this squad mentally weak?
Does our hierarchy have a plan?