WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Printable Version

WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Printable Version

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WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Ska'dForLife-WBA - 27-02-2020

[Image: West-Bromwich-Albion-vs-Wigan-Athletic-1...igan-i.jpg]

February has been so kind to us that it's almost a shame to leave it behind. Starting on the first day of the month when we ended our dreadful midwinter run with a victory against Luton, we've managed a six-game unbeaten run in four weeks, with every one a win except the Forest match when we were cruelly denied. Still, we can tip our hats to the Gregorian calendar for sneaking in one cheeky extra February day this year - and a Saturday to boot - which allows us to round off our mensis mirabilis by welcoming Wigan to the Hawthorns.

Funnily enough, February has been kind to the Latics too. They've lost only once in four weeks, notching up four wins and two draws in the meantime - Leeds being the prize scalp amongst them - transforming themselves in the process from relegation certs into candidates for survival. Welsh forward Kieffer Moore has been a key part of this revival (if anyone hasn't yet seen his goal from a backheeled volley against Reading on Wednesday night, do Google it) and as a form striker, he'll be one to watch. It's been a long time now since Wigan's first-ever trip to the Hawthorns in 1984, and they've often been a tough nut to crack. Having given us a real game at their place in November, and with everything to play for here, this could prove a sterner test than many expect, and certainly no time for complacency from Albion.

At the risk of looking foolish come May, I don't think the 3rd placed team in this year's Championship will do much better than 82 or 83 points. If that's the case, we're within four wins and a couple of draws of sealing our place in next year's Premier League. Let's finish off February in style and bring that finish line into view.

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - talkSAFT - 27-02-2020

Can't wait for this. My 1st match this season, and looking fwd to seeing my old S/T pals on the East Stand. Should be another step towards the Prem, but I take nothing for granted. Wink

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Zinman - 27-02-2020

I must say that I don’t remember our shorts being that tight back in 84.

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - talkSAFT - 28-02-2020

(27-02-2020, 22:04)Zinman Wrote: I must say that I don’t remember our shorts being that tight back in 84.

I blush to say this ( Blush

) but I quite fancy 2 of the old players in the photo. (Not keen on Gary Robson, though Confused

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Zinman - 28-02-2020

And why is Gary Robson holding the ball like that - hardly looks natural.

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Baggiebob(BBB) - 28-02-2020

(27-02-2020, 22:04)Zinman Wrote: I must say that I don’t remember our shorts being that tight back in 84.

Or players being so pretty. Doh

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Zinman - 28-02-2020

(28-02-2020, 20:00)Baggiebob(BBB) Wrote:
(27-02-2020, 22:04)Zinman Wrote: I must say that I don’t remember our shorts being that tight back in 84.

Or players being so pretty.

The one on our left looks a bit like Steve Mackenzie - probably plays a bit like him too.

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Dingle-Dingle - 29-02-2020

(28-02-2020, 22:21)Zinman Wrote:
(28-02-2020, 20:00)Baggiebob(BBB) Wrote:
(27-02-2020, 22:04)Zinman Wrote: I must say that I don’t remember our shorts being that tight back in 84.

Or players being so pretty.
The one on our left looks a bit like Steve Mackenzie - probably plays a bit like him too.

I`m certain i know her. DD Heart

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - WBA-Josh - 29-02-2020

Same 11 and bench.

I'm really pleased with how Slaven is managing the team right now. Keeping the same 11 if no change is required is the correct way to go while we're on a good run.

RE: WBA vs Wigan - Match Thread - Blue Baggie - 29-02-2020

(29-02-2020, 16:05)WBA-Josh Wrote: Same 11 and bench.

I'm really pleased with how Slaven is managing the team right now. Keeping the same 11 if no change is required is the correct way to go while we're on a good run.

Bilic certainly doesn't believe in squad rotation. But if it's working so be it. I did think some were looking a bit leggy at our last game.
If we had any issues I'm sure he would change it, in Bilic we trust. Thumb up