West Bromwich Albion are still seeking their first win in the Championship this season as they host Cardiff City in a midweek fixture.
It has been a difficult start to the season for West Bromwich Albion, who are winless after three matches. Steve Bruce’s men are down in 20th on the table and need a swift turnaround around in fortunes if they are to put themselves in contention for the playoffs.
West Bromwich Albion were beaten for the first time this season as they lost 2-1 at Blackburn Rovers last Sunday. They were unable to complete a comeback after going two goals down despite Grady Diangana pulling one back.
While West Bromwich Albion have found things difficult this season, the Hawthorns has remained a fortress. They have suffered just one defeat in their last 10 home matches across all competitions, stretching back to last season and also claimed a 1-0 victory over Sheffield United in the Carabao Cup first round.
Cardiff City were victorious last time out in the Championship as they triumphed 1-0 over Birmingham City. Jaden Philogene-Bidace struck the only goal early in the contest and they were able to hold on for the win.
That was the second win in three Championship matches for Cardiff City, who began their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Norwich City.
The problem for Cardiff City is a poor away form having already been beaten twice on the road this season in the league and cup. They have also lost four of their last five away matches in the Championship, a run stretching back to last season.
How the bookies view it
West Bromwich Albion have the upper hand among the bookies with a home win priced at 4/6 with Coral. A victory for Cardiff City is valued at 24/5 by SBK while a draw is set at odds of 3/1 by bet365.
Recent head to head
West Bromwich Albion have lost just once in their last five matches with Cardiff City. The Baggies were unbeaten against the Welsh side last season, earning a 4-0 victory in Wales before playing out a 1-1 draw at the Hawthorns.
Players to watch
Karlan Grant has impressed for West Bromwich Albion this season, scoring in the two matches at the Hawthorns. The forward was also on target against Cardiff last season and is priced at 6/4 by Unibet to get on the score sheet on Wednesday.
Cardiff City have spread their goals across the team but Max Watters often leads the line and could be worth keeping an eye on. The striker is priced at 17/5 by Unibet to find the net on Wednesday.
Anything else catch the eye?
West Bromwich Albion and Cardiff City know their way to goal and both teams could be backed to score at 21/20 with Unibet. Over 2.5 goals could also be on the cards at evens with William Hill while over 3.5 goals is valued at 5/2 by BoyleSports.
A score/win combo can also be considered for more value, with a West Bromwich Albion victory and over 2.5 goals priced at 7/4 BoyleSports.
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