Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Championship match.
The distance between the stadiums of West Bromwich Albion and Coventry City is only 30 km, setting the stage for a West Midlands derby. In their previous encounter at home, West Bromwich emerged victorious (2:1). How will it play out this time?
West Bromwich Albion
After drawing 10 out of their last 11 matches, West Bromwich Albion have slipped to their lowest position of the season—eighth. Without these missed opportunities, the West Midlands side could have been in the top four. Throughout these results, in three of their previous five outcomes, they surrendered a lead. In their last clash with Sheffield United (2:2), fortune favoured them a bit; West Bromwich Albion secured the final scoreline thanks to a clear deflection off a visiting defender's leg.
Coventry City
Under Frank Lampard's guidance, Coventry City have climbed from 17th to 14th place over two matches, but the table is so congested in the middle that a few positions can easily be lost. Initially against Norwich City, they were rescued by Victor Torp's 86th-minute penalty, and in their game against Millwall, they scored on 63 minutes, courtesy of efforts from Ephron Mason-Clark. Were their top scorer Haji Wright (7 goals in 15 matches) fit, Coventry City would pose even greater danger.
West Bromwich Albion vs Coventry City Prediction
West Bromwich Albion appear to be the stronger side and, at the very least, will not lose on their home ground. Especially considering they have not lost to Coventry City at The Hawthorns in five games (four wins and one draw).
