We rate West Bromwich Albion player’s performances in their 2-1 win over Bournemouth on Saturday.
West Bromwich Albion secured another impressive three points this weekend and this is what we thought of their starting XI and substitutes:
Ben Foster – 8
Fine saves at the depth to secure all three points for West Bromwich Albion.
Craig Dawson – 7
His deflected strike gave the Baggies an instant response to Bournemouth’s opener. Substituted in the second half after suffering a blow to the head.
Gareth McAuley – 7
The experienced centre-back cannot stop scoring. He also brought his usually solid presence to the back-four.
Jonny Evans – 7
West Brom always look a better side with Evans’ calming influence at the heart of their defence.
Allan Nyom – 6
The full-back had a shaky first-half which began by conceding the early penalty. Improved as the game went on.
Nacer Chadli – 7
The Belgian seems to be well over his mid-season slump. Adds a silky touch and direct running to Albion’s midfield.
Jake Livermore – 8
Put in another fantastic shift. He does a bit of everything with blocks,tackles and a wonderful range of passing.
Darren Fletcher – 7
Looks comfortable alongside Livermore and is showing some of his best form in an Albion shirt.
Chris Brunt – 7
Tested the nerves of Artur Boruc with his brilliant delivery. His versatility came in hand when Dawson came off injured.
James Morrison – 6
Made his usual intelligent runs but did not see much of the ball in dangerous final-third positions.
Salomon Rondon – 6
Albion’s battering-ram was locked in a physical battle with Bournemouth defender Steve Cook. Rondon cut a frustrated figure at the final whistle, but his endless endeavour helped occupy the Cherries’ ball-playing back four.
Substitutes:
James McClean – 6
Showed great energy off the bench, and should have wrapped with the game for Baggies with a late chance.
Claudio Yacob – 5
Helped see out the game.
Sam Field – 5
Another late substitute appearance for the Albion academy prospect.
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