Just one thing... Albion 0 Watford 1

Last updated : 17 April 2016 By Wba-mad Editor

Think Port Vale, Southampton, Bournemouth, Bristol City, Villa, Peterborough, Norwich and now Watford. Albion again stunk out The Hawthorns after another x-rated performance in front of their own fans. 

Team

Pulis made just one change to the side that narrowly lost to Man City with Claudio Yacob being recalled in favour of Sandro. 

Tactics

Pulis went with his preferred static 4-4-2 with Salomon Rondon fit enough to partner Saido Berahino after limping off at The Etihad. 

Performance 

Not for the first time this season Albion were way below par in front of their home fans. While Albion at least managed a couple of shots on target, the Baggies were again clueless and toothless going forward. And to think that Tony Pulis was happy with Albion's 90 minutes. They were awful. Again. 

Man of the Match

Only captain Darren Fletcher, the reliable Gareth McAuley and Stephane Sessegnon played anywhere near their potential. On the other hand, James McClean had an awful afternoon. Nothing the winger tried worked. It was amazing he lasted the full 90 minutes. 

Talking Point

Last week at City it was a penalty not given to Albion. This week against Watford it was two saved. Saido Berahino's first spot kick was weak. Although his second was well saved, questions must be asked if he was the right man for the job after his earlier miss. 

Ref Watch

Michael Oliver got both decisions for the penalities correct. A solid afternoon for the official. 

What's Next? 

Albion travel to out-of-soughts Arsenal on Thursday evening. Baggies fans will be hoping for a similar performance in their last away game. One similar to the Watford game and it'll be a long 90 minutes. 

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