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Drama at the Hawthorns: Late Weimann Strike Secures Victory for West Brom Over Birmingham

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West Brom clinches a thrilling 1-0 win against Birmingham with a stunning late goal by Andreas Weimann!

In a pulsating Championship clash, Andreas Weimann's 85th-minute strike sealed a dramatic 1-0 victory for West Brom over heated rivals Birmingham. The match, filled with tension and excitement, showcased the fine margins of football in the Championship. Birmingham City manager Tony Mowbray lamented the harsh realities of the sport, emphasizing the narrow margins that result in heart-wrenching defeats. The intense competition in the English second tier continues to captivate fans, with promotion to the Premier League hanging in the balance.

Meanwhile, off the pitch, West Brom faces investigations into alleged racist incidents during their clash with Birmingham. The club, alongside West Midlands Police, is looking into reports of racism, shining a spotlight on the ongoing challenges of discrimination in football. On a brighter note, West Brom received a boost as Matt Phillips shows promising signs of an early return from injury, providing hope for the team's prospects in the upcoming matches.

In another twist, the media's harsh criticism of West Brom's Semi Ajayi despite Nigeria's AFCON victory highlights the scrutiny faced by footballers on and off the field. Additionally, the emergence of pictures of long-term absentee Matt Phillips back in training hints at a potential comeback, sparking excitement among fans. These developments add layers of intrigue to West Brom's journey, blending on-field drama with off-field challenges and triumphs.

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Weimann's late West Brom strike beats Birmingham (BBC News)

Birmingham City manager Tony Mowbray told BBC Radio WM: "It's the harsh world of football. The fine margins in the Championship. We've lost a game we shouldn't ...

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Andreas Weimann strikes late to give West Brom edge against ... (The Guardian)

An 85th-minute goal from Andreas Weimann earned West Brom a 1-0 home victory against Birmingham.

Blues lose narrowly at West Brom | Birmingham City Football Club (Birmingham City Football Club)

An enforced one saw Neil Etheridge replace the injured John Ruddy, whilst Kevin Long came into the defence for Emanuel Aiwu who was on the bench. Jordan James ...

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West Bromwich Albion vs Birmingham City LIVE: Championship ... (The Independent)

An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on ...

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West Brom: Diangana will miss Ipswich clash after AFCON ... (West Brom News)

West Brom winger Grady Diangana will miss Albion's Championship clash with Ipswich Town at Portman Road after a new AFCON development.

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West Brom: Media tear into Semi Ajayi despite Nigeria AFCON win (West Brom News)

International media have torn into West Brom star Semi Ajayi despite Nigeria winning 1-0 against Angola to progress to the semi-finals at AFCON.

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West Brom: Pictures emerge of Matt Phillips after long-term absence (West Brom News)

A photo has emerged of long-term West Brom absentee Matt Phillips back on the grass in what may be a welcome early boost for Carlos Corberan.

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West Brom 1 Birmingham City 0 - Report (expressandstar.com)

Former Villa forward Andi Weimann broke Blues hearts on his home Albion debut with a memorable 85th-minute winner.

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West Brom's late win over local rivals Birmingham avoids the crowd ... (Daily Mail)

TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE HAWTHORNS: Promotion-chasing West Brom left it late to beat their local rivals Birmingham City thanks to a late Andreas Weimann goal.

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West Brom boost as Matt Phillips ahead of schedule in bid to return ... (Birmingham Live)

However, defender Martin Kelly is still not an option after suffering a calf injury on his way back from an ACL. Phillips had a hamstring tear and then surgery ...

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West Brom & police investigate alleged racist incident in ... (shropshirestar.com)

West Brom along with West Midlands Police are investigating an alleged racist during Albion's win over Birmingham City.

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Birmingham's Juninho Bacuna makes racist abuse allegation during ... (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)

The midfielder raised an incident with the fourth official Tom Nield in injury time of the 1-0 defeat at The Hawthorns.

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Police investigating after Birmingham's Juninho Bacuna 'racially ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Birmingham midfielder Juninho Bacuna reported abuse from the crowd to the referee during West Brom's 1-0 win in the Championship at the Hawthorns on ...

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West Brom v Birmingham City: Thomas-Asante terrible as stats emerge (West Brom News)

Brandon Thomas-Asante had a game to forget as West Brom picked up a late 1-0 victory against Birmingham City at the Hawthorns.

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West Brom: WM Police react to alleged racist abuse v Birmingham (West Brom News)

West Midlands Police have reacted to the alleged racist abuse in the West Brom game against Birmingham after shocking scenes.

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Birmingham City issue statement after report of racist incident during ... (Birmingham Live)

Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive as Blues react to claims of Juninho Bacuna racism at the Hawthorns.

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West Brom: Journalist slams Andi Weimann for what he did v ... (West Brom News)

Andi Weimann has been labelled “spectacularly stupid” by Tom Collomosse after he goaded the Birmingham supporters at full-time following his winning goal ...

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West Brom: Quashie gushes over Fellows after what he did v ... (West Brom News)

Nigel Quashie was in awe of West Brom starlet Tom Fellows after his first-half performance in the Championship clash with Birmingham on Saturday.

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