West Brom v Middlesbrough - Match preview
New-look Albion have got most right so far this season – but tonight brings a new and important hurdle for them to negotiate.
For the first time this term Carlos Corberan’s side head into a Championship clash looking to right the wrong of the previous result.
Saturday’s defeat at Sheffield Wednesday – totally overshadowed by the devastating death of Albion fan Mark Townsend – was a first reverse of the season.
Tonight’s home clash against Middlesbrough offers the Albion family a chance to remember and pay tribute to Mark, who was a Brummie Road season ticket holder visiting Hillsborough with his 21-year-old nephew. There will be a minute’s applause in the 57th minute and black armbands worn.
On the pitch, it offers Corberan’s side a first shot at responding from a significant setback.
