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Queens Park Rangers vs. West Bromwich Albion: Match Prediction, Team News, and Lineups
Championship
Queens Park Rangers vs. West Bromwich Albion
Date: August 10, 2024
Kick-off Time: 3:00 pm BST
Venue: Loftus Road, London, England
As both teams look to start their 2024-25 Championship campaigns on a high, Queens Park Rangers (QPR) will face off against West Bromwich Albion at Loftus Road on Saturday afternoon.
Match Preview
Queens Park Rangers:
After flirting with relegation in recent seasons, QPR is determined to make a mark this year. Under the guidance of Marti Cifuentes, who took over in October 2023, QPR staged a dramatic turnaround last season, avoiding relegation with a strong finish. The team ended the campaign six points clear of the drop zone, largely thanks to a late surge that included three consecutive wins.
Key player Ilias Chair will be crucial for QPR, with the Moroccan playmaker's ability to unlock defenses being a vital asset for the team. Despite a challenging pre-season that saw QPR lose their last three matches against formidable opponents such as Brighton and Tottenham, the R's are focused on starting the season with a positive result.
West Bromwich Albion:
On the other side, West Brom is eager to bounce back after narrowly missing out on promotion to the Premier League last season. The Baggies are determined to make a strong push for the top two spots this term. With a solid squad and high aspirations, West Brom will be looking to assert their dominance from the outset.
Team News & Predicted Lineups
Queens Park Rangers Predicted XI:
- Goalkeeper: Begovic
- Defenders: Kakay, Cook, Clarke-Salter, Paal
- Midfielders: Field, Dozzell, Chair
- Forwards: Willock, Dykes, Smyth
West Bromwich Albion Predicted XI:
- Goalkeeper: Palmer
- Defenders: Furlong, Kipre, Bartley, Townsend
- Midfielders: Mowatt, Molumby, Swift
- Forwards: Wallace, Thomas-Asante, Phillips
Match Prediction
Given the stakes for both teams, this promises to be a closely contested match. While QPR will benefit from home advantage, West Brom's squad depth and quality could give them the edge. Expect a tight game with both teams keen to avoid an opening-day defeat.
Predicted Score: QPR 1-2 West Brom