West Bromwich Albion 0-1 Derby County: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of West Bromwich Albion 0-1 Derby County in the Championship on Saturday, 13 September 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, West Bromwich Albion fell to a frustrating 0-1 defeat at home to Derby County. The result was somewhat surprising given West Brom's recent form, which included a win against Stoke City and a draw against Portsmouth. Derby, on the other hand, managed to end their own inconsistent run, which had seen them draw twice and lose once in their last three games. The decisive moment came late in the game, highlighting Derby's resilience and ability to capitalise on limited opportunities.

West Brom's inability to convert possession into goals was the key factor in their loss. The team had been on a positive trajectory, with a win and a draw in their previous two matches, but this defeat will be a setback. Derby's victory, secured by a late goal from Andreas Weimann, will boost their confidence significantly. This result shows that in the Championship, any team can upset the odds with determination and a bit of luck.

The statistics from the match paint a picture of West Brom's dominance, with 67% possession and 11 corners compared to Derby's 33% and 0 corners. Despite this, Derby managed to secure the win, which suggests they were highly effective in their defensive and counter-attacking strategies. West Brom's higher number of successful dribbles (40%) compared to Derby's (63%) indicates that while they tried to break down Derby's defense, they were less efficient in doing so. The yellow cards and substitutions were relatively balanced, but it was Derby's clinical approach that ultimately made the difference.

The game's turning point came in the 84th minute when Derby's Andreas Weimann scored the only goal of the match. This late strike was crucial, as it came after a series of substitutions from both teams, with West Brom making three and Derby two. The goal was assisted, showing Derby's ability to create scoring opportunities even with limited possession. The yellow cards handed out to Callum Styles and Lewis Travis added tension, but it was Weimann's goal that ultimately decided the outcome.

West Brom's substitutions in the 73rd, 74th, and 83rd minutes were attempts to change the game's dynamics, but they were unable to find the breakthrough. Derby's substitutions, particularly the introduction of Patrick Agyemang and Andreas Weimann, proved more impactful. Weimann's goal just minutes after coming on was a testament to Derby's tactical acumen and ability to make decisive moves at critical moments.

West Brom lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Josh Griffiths in goal and a back four of George Campbell, Nat Phillips, Chris Mepham, and Callum Styles. The midfield was anchored by Jayson Molumby and Alex Mowatt, with Jed Wallace, Isaac Price, and Mikey Johnston supporting Aune Heggebø up front. The lineup was fairly standard, with no major surprises. The substitutions of Samuel Iling, Toby Collyer, and Josh Maja were attempts to inject fresh energy and change the game's course, but they were unable to alter the result.

Derby County opted for a 3-4-2-1 formation, with Jacob Widell Zetterström in goal and a back three of Dion Sanderson, Matt Clarke, and Craig Forsyth. The midfield was composed of Max Johnston, Lewis Travis, Ebou Adams, and Callum Elder, with Bobby Clark and Ben Brereton Díaz supporting Carlton Morris up top. The lineup was solid and well-balanced, with no significant surprises. The substitutions of Patrick Agyemang and Andreas Weimann were pivotal, especially Weimann's late goal, which showcased the impact of fresh legs and tactical adjustments.

Jacob Widell Zetterström is Coral’s Man of the Match, and his performance was crucial in securing Derby's victory. With four saves and zero goals conceded, he kept West Brom at bay despite their high possession and numerous corners. His two clearances and one punch further demonstrated his command of the area, making him a standout performer in a game where every defensive action counted.

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Derby County (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Stoke City (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Portsmouth (H)

• Win: 3-2 vs Wrexham (A)

Recent Championship matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs West Bromwich Albion (A)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Ipswich Town (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Bristol City (H)

• Loss: 3-5 vs Coventry City (H)

West Brom now sit in 5th place with 10 points. Their next challenge is a tough away game against league leaders Middlesbrough on September 19, 2025, at 19:00. This defeat might prompt them to focus on converting possession into goals and tightening their defense to avoid similar disappointments.

Derby County have climbed to 19th place with 5 points. They face Preston North End, who are in 8th with 8 points, on September 20, 2025, at 14:00. This win could boost their confidence, and they will look to build on this performance by maintaining their defensive solidity and capitalising on counter-attacks.

Championship Game Week 6, 25/26

• Middlesbrough Vs West Brom

• QPR Vs Stoke City

• Birmingham Vs Swansea

• Leicester City Vs Coventry

• Blackburn Rovers Vs Ipswich Town

• Derby County Vs Preston

• Hull City Vs Southampton

• Portsmouth Vs Sheffield Wednesday

• Sheffield United Vs Charlton

• Norwich City Vs Wrexham

• Bristol City Vs Oxford Utd

• Millwall Vs Watford

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