West Brom striker Peter Odemwingie is hoping to shake off his ankle injury problem in time for next Sunday’s trip to face Norwich City. The Nigerian international striker, who was Albion’s top scorer with 15 goals last season, suffered a setback in his bid to return from the injury which has disrupted his early season involvement and he subsequently missed last weekend’s 1-0 home defeat against Stoke.However, Odemwingie has admitted…
West Bromwich Albion’s gutsy effort against Manchester United will give them heart for their trip south to face Chelsea on Saturday. The Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge is the tea-time kickoff (local time) and the eyes of the country will be on both sides in what shapes as an exciting match. Roy Hodgson worked miracles with West Brom after he took over last season, leading the club to an…
Peter Odemwingie has signed a new contract at West Bromwich Albion until 2014. Odemwingie, 30, joined West Brom last summer from Lokomotiv Moscow and proved an instant success in the Premier League, ending the campaign with 15 goals. His efforts led to reports of interest from several top European clubs, while Wigan have more recently seen an approach rejected, and Roy Hodgson is delighted to put an end to the…
Roy Hodgson is confident West Brom striker Peter Odemwingie will reach an agreement over a new contract. Odemwingie was the Baggies’ leading scorer with 15 goals last season and has been the subject of speculation linking him with a move away from The Hawthorns, but Hodgson has seen positive signs from Odemwingie since returning for pre-season training that suggest he will be happy to stay. Hodgson said: “Peter has been…
James Morrison admits West Brom would have struggled to avoid relegation without Peter Odemwingie’s firepower and believes it is vital he commits his future to the club. Odemwingie scored 15 Premier League goals in his first season with the Baggies after his move from Lokomotiv Moscow. The Nigerian international is currently holding talks with Albion over a new deal and midfielder Morrison is optimistic Odemwingie will stay – but believes…
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Glancing at the Premier League table after nine games is a little confusing. In addition to the fact that Liverpool appear to be at entirely the wrong end of the table, you cannot ignore the fact that in sixth place, just two points behind second-placed Arsenal, you’ll find none other than West Bromwich Albion . Previously known as perhaps the ultimate “yo-yo club”, too good for the Championship, not good…