Albion Analysis
Episodes
Hull (h): One Hull Of A Win
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It took 75 days and 14 league games, but finally Albion achieved a league win against Hull.And it was a thumping 3-0 victory, which Chris analyses in ...
Sheff Utd (a): Gorgeous George
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Andy Caulton to reflect on the draw at Sheffield United.They discuss George Campbell's screamer and his contribution since signing ...
Oxford (a): Where Do We Go From Here?
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe analyse the damaging defeat to Oxford, and ask what's next for the beleaguered Baggies.They also consider who is responsible for our c...
Coventry (h): Our biggest week in 35-years?
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe reflect on a damaging defeat and a dismal display against Coventry City.They also look ahead to a huge week in which Albion face fello...
Blues & Norwich (a): The Alex Mowatt Conundrum
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe reflect on an up & down week for Albion. The Baggies started with a battling, morale-boosting draw at Blues, but ended it exiting ...
Stoke (h): Building From The Back
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe react to the goalless draw with Stoke and also give their thoughts on a very eventful week at the club.The pair also consider whether ...
Pompey (a): What A Mess!
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After another disastrous result at Portsmouth, Chris & Joe analyse the reasons why Albion's season has gone so far off the rails. They discus...
Norwich (h) & Derby (a): Light At The End Of The Tunnel?
24 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Baggie Bard, Andy Caulton to discuss a rollercoaster week for the Baggies.They analyse the defeat to Norwich and the dramatic draw ...
Boro (h): Concentration & Discipline Cost Us Again
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe analyse Eric Ramsay's first game as Baggies boss.It may be a new man in the dugout, but the same things remain Albion's Achilles heel....
Swansea FA Cup: Eric Ramsay & An Away Win At Last
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe give their reaction to the FA Cup win over Swansea.They also chat about the prospect of Eric Ramsay being appointed Albion boss & ...
Mason Departs
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe react to the departure of Ryan Mason after the defeat at Leicester.They discuss Mason's tenure as the Baggies' boss and the likely can...
QPR (h) & Swansea (a): One Step Forward, Two Steps Back
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe reflect on a positive end to 2025, but a disappointing start to 2026.They analyse Albion's dreadful away record and ask whether there ...
Bristol C (h): A Boxing Day KO
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Albion and Ryan Mason need to pick themselves off the canvas following a Boxing Day defeat.Chris & Joe discuss what went wrong and why the Baggies...
Hull (a): How The Hull Did We Lose That?
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe offer their thoughts on yet another away defeat.They discuss a crazy refereeing display, another game-costing error and Albion's consi...
Sheff Utd (h): The Championship Haaland
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe reflect on a huge win for The Baggies.They consider the phenomenal form of Aune Heggbø and also discuss how Albion have become more a...
QPR (a): A False Dawn
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe reflect on Albion's sixth consecutive away defeat, as the Baggies go down 3-1 at Loftus Road.They analyse Ryan Mason's decision to cha...
Swansea & Blues (h): The Definitive Game of Two Halves
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe discuss the madness of the Swansea game.They also analyse Albion's week overall after the Baggies earned a four-point haul.They also a...
Coventry (a): A Season Of Two Halves
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe analyse the defeat to Coventry.The duo give their thoughts on Molumby's red card, Mason's in-game management and the importance of Mik...
Steve Hermon International Break Special!
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by BBC Radio WM's Steve Hermon to discuss Albion's season so far.The pair chat about Ryan Mason and whether he needs to be forthcoming...
Charlton(a) & Oxford (h): Something To Build On?
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe reflect on a mixed week for the Baggies, as a last-gasp defeat at Charlton is answered with a comeback win at home to Oxford.They cons...
Sheff Wed (h): No patterns, no plan, no entertainment
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by a new voice on the pod, the brilliant Andy Caulton pops in to discuss the dismal 0-0 draw at home to Sheffield Wednesday.The pair h...
Watford & Ipswich (a): We Are Not Entertained
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by his new regular co-host Joe Chapman to discuss Albion's two away defeats this week.They talk about the lack of goals, chances and e...
Preston (h): The Real Mikey Johnston
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Joe discuss the victory over Preston.They talk about the importance of Alex Mowatt to Albion's central midfield and ask if we are now seei...
Joe Chapman's 9-Game Review
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Joe Chapman to discuss the season so far.And there's a BIG announcement: Joe has joined the Albion Analysis team.You can read all o...
Millwall & Norwich (a): A Very Mixed Week
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pete & Chris reflect on this week's two away games and answer some of the questions that arose from them.Is Alex Mowatt undroppable?Does Maja need...
Leicester (h): Moving In The Right Direction?
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the draw with Leicester.They analyse Albion's new-look forward line and ponder whether Albion are better suited to home games...
Boro (a): Time For Changes?
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Joe Chapman to analyse the defeat to Middlesbrough.They discuss Ryan Mason's tactics, his approach to substitutions and whether it'...
Derby (h): Déjà vu all over again
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss another defeat to Derby as Albion's horrible run against The Rams continues.They discuss how Albion can create more chances a...
Transfer Window Round-Up with Lewis Cox
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Express & Star's Lewis Cox joins Chris to reflect on Albion's summer window.They consider what the new signings will influence Ryan Mason's te...
Stoke (a): Wallet, keys, Sorba Thomas
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse the win over Stoke City, which sent the Baggies second.They also weigh up the final 24-hours of the transfer window and discu...
Transfer Special: Fellows, Mepham, Furlong & Gilchrist
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by BBC Radio WM's Steve Hermon to discuss an extremely busy 24-hours at The Hawthorns.There has been the confirmed arrival of Chris Me...
Pompey (h): For Whom The Bell Tolls
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse the draw with Portsmouth and the part the officials played in that result.They also discuss what Albion need to do in the rem...
Wrexham (a): Jed Notice
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the win over Wrexham as Hollywood gets humbled by the Baggies.They chat about the key performers, including goalscorers Isaac...
Gab Sutton on Bielik & Collyer
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by EFL expert and Birmingham City fan, Gab Sutton, to discuss Albion's two new signings.Gab gives us insight into the player Albion ha...
Blackburn (h): You Shall Nat Pass!
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse the opening day victory over Blackburn Rovers.They discuss all the key performers, with a particular focus on two impressive ...
The Championship Preview
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete look ahead to the start of the new Championship season.They analyse the strength of the division, discuss what they believe to be som...
An Impressive Win But Will It Be Heggem's Last Hurrah?
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the latest news surrounding Albion, in particular Heggem being linked with a move to Bologna.They also analyse the performanc...
Lincoln (a): Should We Be Concerned?
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse our latest friendly defeat, as the Baggies are beaten 4-2 at Lincoln.They assess Mason's tactical approach and how suitable t...
Steve Hermon on Transfers, Austria & Mason's Albion
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by BBC Radio WM's Steve Hermon, who shares his experiences of Albion's pre-season tour of Austria.He also gives his views on Albion's ...
Albion Analysis on Mason's Tactics, Schlupp Links & The Future For Mikey
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete got their first proper look at Ryan Mason's Albion this week, and they give their thoughts on how his team is shaping up.They also gi...
Norwegian Journalist Sara Grannes on Heggebø & Heggem
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Norwegian football expert Sara Grannes to discuss Aune Heggebø & Torbjørn Heggem.For more from Albion Analysis, follow us on ...
Albion Analysis on Heggebø, Johnston to Flamengo & Mason's First Presser
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the big Albion talking points from this week.These include Aune Heggebø's potential move from Brann, Mikey Johnston's rumour...
Albion Analysis on Kelman, Taylor & Your Questions
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the latest transfer rumours as the League One top scorer is linked with Albion, while Caleb Taylor is linked with a move away...
Albion Analysis on Nat Phillips, Patel's Open Letter & Rumoured Transfer Targets
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete are joined by Rams Review's Jack Bryan to discuss new signing Nat Phillips.They also analyse Ryan Mason's first interview as Baggies ...
Transfer Targets: Midfielders & Forwards
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the midfielders and forwards they'd like to see Albion try to sign in the summer transfer window.Please note, this episode wa...
Transfer Targets: Defenders
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the defenders they'd like to see Albion try to sign in the summer transfer window.Please note, this episode was pre-recorded ...
Albion Analysis on the appointment of Ryan Mason
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Birmingham Live's Joe Chapman to discuss Albion's appointment of Ryan Mason as Baggies' Head Coach.The duo chat about what Mason ca...
Analysing Albion's Forwards
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse Albion's forward options and the season those players have had.They debate who should stay, who should go and what Albion nee...
Analysing the Ramsay & Mason Rumours
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Eric Ramsay and Ryan Mason now heading the betting to be the next Albion boss, Chris & Pete give their thoughts on the duo.They also discuss ...
Analysing Albion's Midfielders
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse Albion's midfield options and the season those players have had.They debate who should stay, who should go and what Albion ne...
Analysing Albion's GKs & Defenders
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse Albion's defensive options and the season those players have had.They debate who should stay, who should go and what Albion n...
Albion Analysis on Ramsay, Mousinho & the other linked managers
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the latest managers linked to the Albion hot seat.They chat about:Eric RamsayJohn MousinhoRyan MasonJames MorrisonSteve Coope...
Luton (h): Joe Chapman & Chris on Final Day & The Future!
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by Birmingham Live's Joe Chapman to discuss Albion's 5-3 final-day win over Luton.They also chat about the summer ahead, who will stay...
Albion Analysis on the Cifuentes Links
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the latest rumours surrounding the Albion managerial vacancy as QPR's Marti Cifuentes is linked to the post.They also discuss...
Easter Exit: Mowbray Departs
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete give their thoughts on the departure of Tony Mowbray and the sequence of events that led to his dismissal from the Albion hot-seat.Th...
Watford (h): Big Willie Style
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on a vital win for Albion over Watford.They discuss the big attacking displays from Lankshear, Fellow, Grant and Johnston and...
Bristol C (a): A Lack Of Discipline? (With Joe Chapman)
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Chris is joined by Birmingham Live's Joe Chapman to discuss why Albion's play-off charge has stalled.They question the discipline of the sq...
Sunderland (h): Time For Changes
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete assess the defeat to Sunderland.They ask why Albion were, once again, unable to make their dominance of the ball count.They also revi...
Norwich (a): The Definition Of Insanity
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the last gasp loss at Carrow Road and debate whether the performance was as good as Tony Mowbray would have us believe.They q...
Ask Albion Analysis: Swift & Grady's contracts, our best team and much more
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete answer your questions including:What is our best team?Does John Swift hit the woodwork a lot?Should Caleb Taylor be a first-choice CB...
Hull (h): The Price Is Right-Back
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on the draw at home to Hull.They also tackle the big question, how do we see the best of Adam Armstrong?For more from Albion ...
Burnley (a): So Solid Drew
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the mid-week draw with Burnley as Albion remain unbeaten against the top four.They analyse the outstanding displays from the ...
QPR (h): A Performance To Be Proud Of
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on a battling display as Albion grind out an important win with 10-men.They discuss the major incidents in the game and some ...
Leeds (a): Lovely Tough Feet
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on a dogged display away at league leaders Leeds as Albion earn a point very few get.They also discuss the goalkeeper situati...
Oxford (h): A Truly Dominant Display
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the win over Oxford.There's a strong focus on Isaac Price's outstanding performance and they also analyse the tactical shifts...
Millwall (a) & Blackburn (h): How Do We Get The Most Out Of Adam Armstrong?
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on this week's fixtures and ask, how do we get the most out of Adam Armstrong?They also discuss who they'd play in central mi...
Sheff Wed (h): Forget Fergie Time, This Is Tony Time!
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pete & Chris analyse the dramatic win over Sheffield Wednesday as Jayson Molumby's last-gasp goal earns Albion all three points.They also assess A...
January Transfer Window Review with Steve Hermon
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris is joined by BBC Radio WM's Steve Hermon to reflect on a superb deadline day for Albion which saw Adam Armstrong and Tammer Bany join the Albion...
Plymouth (a): A Pointless Pilgrimage
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the shock defeat to basement boys Plymouth Argyle.They analyse the drastic change in performance level from Pompey to Plymout...
Pompey (h): The Mowbray Effect
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the stunning numbers around Albion's five-star victory over Portsmouth.They also consider the impact Tony Mowbray has had on ...
Boro (a): A Major Problem Without Maja
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete react to the defeat to Boro in Tony Mowbray's first game back in charge.The pair also discuss what Albion need to do in the remainder...
Stoke (h): Lovely Soft Feet - The Return of Tony Mowbray
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss Tony Mowbray's appointment, and Chris reveals what it was like to work with Mowbray between 2006 and 2009.They also analyse t...
Bournemouth (a): Defensive Disarray
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on the FA Cup defeat to Bournemouth.They also consider what Albion need in the transfer window and discuss the potential appo...
Swansea (a): It Feels Like A Defeat
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on the away draw at Swansea as Albion were pegged back at the death.They also discuss the latest names in the frame for the A...
Preston (h): Luke Who's Talking
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on our last game of 2024 and our first game of 2025.They also discuss the vacant managerial position as Luke Williams becomes...
Derby (a) & Managerial Musings
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on the Boxing Day defeat to Derby and suggest who they would like to see the managerial vacancy at The Hawthorns.For more fro...
Albion Analysis January Transfer Window Special
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete outline the players they would like to see Albion target in the January transfer window and also chat about who, from the existing sq...
Bristol C (h): There's Only Two Alex Mowatts
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse the win over Bristol City as Christmas comes early for The Baggies.They marvel over the work-rate of the magnificent Alex Mow...
Watford (a): If it aint broke, don't fix it!
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse the defeat to Watford.They discuss a baffling substitution and some even more baffling refereeing decisions.For more from Alb...
Coventry (h): The Karlan Grant Appreciation Pod
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Albion made it twelve unbeaten and also achieved their first home win since September with a victory over Coventry - Chris & Pete look at how they...
Sheff Utd (h): Magnificent Molumby
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on the draw against Sheffield United.They discuss a dominant performance that could have yielded more points had it not been ...
Preston (a): Cautious Carlos
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on yet another draw, this time at Preston, and also consider the bigger picture of why Albion just cannot register victories ...
Sunderland (a): Giving It All For The Shirt
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on a battling draw in the North-East.They discuss the impact of the defensive absences and consider whether the draws are lik...
Norwich (h): The Wingers Fly At Home
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on Albion's fourth consecutive home draw.They discuss Mikey Johnston and Tom Fellows re-finding their form.However, there is ...
Ask Albion Analysis: Is Jed passed it, are play-offs a must and much more
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete answer your questions such as:Is Jed Wallace passed his best?Are the players whose contracts are running down committed to the cause?...
Hull (a): Let's Have A Coffee
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the victory at Hull as the Baggies end their winless run.On the agenda this week; the leadership of Captain Furlong and the f...
Luton (a): The Draw Specialists
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss Albion's fifth consecutive draw, at Luton.They question the team selection and the Baggies' first-half display.There is also ...
Cardiff (h): A Week Of Missed Chances
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After Albion made it 298 minutes without a goal at The Hawthorns, Chris & Pete explore why The Baggies are struggling to score on their own patch....
Oxford (a): Over cautious or common-sense?
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pete & Chris discuss Albion's draw at Oxford after the Baggies were pegged back in injury time.They debate whether Corberan should be more adventu...
Millwall (h): A Time To React But Not Overreact!
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on the goalless draw with Millwall, Albion's winless week and what that means in the bigger picture.They consider the reactio...
Boro (h): A Strange Selection
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on the 1-0 loss at home to Middlesbrough as Albion make it two defeats in four days.They consider Corberan's team selection w...
Sheff Wed (a): "We Wasted 45 Minutes!"
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete analyse the Baggies' first defeat of the season and focus on why Corberan's central midfield changes did not work.For more from Albio...
Plymouth (h): Mowatt Masterclass
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Albion returned to the top of The Championship with a win over Plymouth - Birmingham Live's Joe Chapman joins Chris to discuss how that victory was ea...
Pompey (a): We Are The Albion, We're Top Of The League
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Pete on holiday, Chris is joined by Birmingham Live's Joe Chapman to discuss the win over Portsmouth.The pair consider the tactical changes that ...
Swansea (h): What A Week!
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete reflect on an incredible week in which Albion made it 10 points from a possible 12 and brought in two huge deadline-day signings.They...
Stoke (a): For He's A Jolly Good Fellows
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete chat about the win over Stoke and also the signing of Callum Styles which was announced shortly after the final whistle.They focus on...
Albion Analysis on Uros Racic
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete give you the full lowdown on Albion's new Serbian acquisition, Uros Racic. They discuss how the on-loan Sassuolo man will fit in...
Leeds (h): A Different Kind Of Control
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete discuss the goalless draw at home to Leeds.They chat about how Albion managed to keep a Leeds side quiet who caused us a lot of probl...
QPR (a): Magic Maja
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete give their thoughts on the 3-1 opening-day win against QPR.There is special praise for Josh Maja, John Swift, Tom Fellows, Karlan Gra...
Dobbin & Frabotta
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris & Pete give their thoughts on Albion's two new signings; Lewis Dobbin & Gianluca Frabotta.They also discuss what might be next for Albio...