Albion to face German giants

Albion have announced two further pre-season fixtures, this time travelling to the continent to face European giants Borussia Moenchengladbach and newly promoted FC Koln, formerly Cologne. Although playing German opposition the Baggies will take camp in Holland near the border as they prepare for the season ahead in the Barclays Premiership.

The Baggies will kick-off their mini-tour on Germany on Wednesday 16^th July (KO 17.30 BST) against Moenchengladbach at the Hubert Houben Stadium in Goch and play FC Koln three days later - venue and kick-off time yet to be confirmed.

Much like Albion, both teams have recently been promoted to the top-flight after impressive seasons in the second-tier of German football and are expected to give the Baggies a tough test.