West Bromwich Albion 1-1 Leicester City: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of West Bromwich Albion 1-1 Leicester City in the Championship on Friday, 26 September 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

The match between West Bromwich Albion and Leicester City ended in a 1-1 draw, a result that might not surprise many given the recent form of both teams. West Brom, coming off two losses and a draw, managed to halt their losing streak at home, while Leicester City extended their unbeaten run to five games. The game's early goal by Samuel Iling-Junior for West Brom set the tone, but an unfortunate own goal by Nathaniel Phillips in the dying moments of the match ensured both teams shared the points. This draw keeps West Brom in the middle of the pack, while Leicester continue to push for a top spot.

Leicester City, despite their higher possession, couldn't convert their dominance into a win, a pattern seen in their recent draws. The late equaliser from Phillips' own goal was a bitter pill for West Brom, who had defended well throughout the match. Both teams showed resilience, with West Brom looking to build on this result after a tough run of form, and Leicester maintaining their solid run without a loss. The match was a testament to the competitive nature of the Championship, where any team can fight back until the final whistle.

The statistics from the match reflect a closely contested game, with both teams having an equal number of corners at three each. Leicester City enjoyed a higher possession rate at 59% compared to West Brom's 41%, yet this did not translate into a victory. The higher number of yellow cards for Leicester (five) compared to West Brom's two indicates a more aggressive approach from the visitors, which might have contributed to their late equaliser. The successful dribbles percentage was slightly higher for Leicester at 62% against West Brom's 58%, suggesting a marginal edge in ball control.

Despite Leicester's possession advantage, the equal number of corners and the lack of penalties or injury time goals highlight that the game was evenly matched. The five substitutions made by Leicester compared to West Brom's four show both managers were actively trying to influence the game's outcome. Overall, the statistics align well with the 1-1 result, indicating a hard-fought draw where neither team could fully assert dominance.

The key moment that set the tone for the match was Samuel Iling-Junior's goal in the 10th minute for West Brom, giving them an early lead. This early strike forced Leicester to chase the game, and despite their efforts, they struggled to break down West Brom's defense until the very end. The yellow cards shown to Nathaniel Phillips and Jayson Molumby for West Brom indicate a physical battle, with both players trying to maintain their team's lead.

The game's dramatic turn came in the 90+3rd minute when Nathaniel Phillips scored an own goal, leveling the score for Leicester City. This late equaliser was a result of sustained pressure from Leicester, who made five substitutions throughout the match in an attempt to change the game's dynamics. The flurry of yellow cards in the final minutes for Leicester, including one for the substitute Jeremy Monga, showed their desperation to secure at least a point. These key moments ultimately defined the match's outcome, resulting in a shared point for both teams.

Event Timeline Statistics

West Bromwich Albion lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Samuel Iling-Junior and Aune Heggebø leading the attack. The early goal from Iling-Junior showcased the effectiveness of this formation, allowing West Brom to take the lead. The substitutions of Josh Maja and Callum Styles in the 72nd minute, followed by Jed Wallace and Toby Collyer later on, were attempts to maintain their lead and manage the game's closing stages. Despite the late own goal, the lineup and formation worked well for West Brom, who managed to secure a point against a strong Leicester side.

Leicester City opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Matteo Di Norscia as the lone striker supported by a creative midfield trio. The team made five substitutions throughout the match, with Julián Carranza coming on at halftime and later receiving a yellow card, indicating his impact on the game. The late substitutions of Bobby Reid, Victor Bernth Kristansen, and Patson Daka were crucial in maintaining pressure on West Brom, leading to the equalising own goal. Despite their efforts, the lineup and formation couldn't secure a win, but they managed to salvage a point with their persistence.

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Samuel Iling-Junior is Coral’s Man of the Match, and his performance justified this accolade. Scoring the opening goal in the 10th minute, Iling-Junior set the tone for West Brom's performance, showing his ability to impact the game early on. Despite not registering any assists or key passes, his goal was crucial in securing a point for his team, demonstrating his importance to West Brom's strategy.

Recent Championship matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Leicester City (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Middlesbrough (A)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Derby County (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Stoke City (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Portsmouth (H)

Recent Championship matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs West Bromwich Albion (A)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Coventry City (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Oxford United (A)

• Win: 2-0 vs Birmingham City (H)

• Win: 1-0 vs Charlton Athletic (A)

Sitting in 9th place with 11 points, West Brom will face Norwich City, who are in 16th with 8 points, on October 01, 2025. This draw against Leicester might boost their confidence, and they'll look to build on this result by securing a win against a lower-ranked team. A victory could propel them further up the table and solidify their mid-table position.

Leicester City, now in 6th place with 12 points, will take on Wrexham, who are in 14th with 8 points, on September 30, 2025. The late equaliser against West Brom will keep their spirits high, and they'll aim to continue their unbeaten run. A win against Wrexham could see them climb higher in the standings and maintain their push for promotion.

• Birmingham Vs Sheffield Wednesday

• Hull City Vs Preston

• Sheffield United Vs Southampton

• Blackburn Rovers Vs Swansea

• Leicester City Vs Wrexham

• Middlesbrough Vs Stoke City

• Bristol City Vs Ipswich Town

• Derby County Vs Charlton

• Millwall Vs Coventry

• Portsmouth Vs Watford

• Norwich City Vs West Brom

• QPR Vs Oxford Utd

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