The leaders are targeting a fourth consecutive victory: West Bromwich Albion vs Charlton prediction
The fourth-round Championship match between West Bromwich Albion and Charlton will take place on 2 September at The Hawthorns. The hosts have collected six points and sit seventh, while the visitors have won all three of their opening matches and lead the table.
West Bromwich Albion: strong start halted at Middlesbrough
James Morrison's side began the league campaign with victories over Norwich 2-1 and Burnley 3-1, but lost 3-1 to Middlesbrough in the previous round. Despite the result, the coach was pleased with large parts of his team's performance, pointing mainly to the unfortunate circumstances surrounding the goals they conceded.
One of the standout performers at the start of the season has been Jimmy-Jay Morgan, who has registered four goal contributions in three league matches. West Brom have also lost to Charlton only once in their last 10 head-to-head meetings in all competitions.
Charlton: the only team with a perfect record
Nathan Jones' side have made a flawless start to the season, beating Derby 2-1, then overcoming West Ham by the same score before defeating Preston 1-0 in the previous round. After three matches, Charlton remain the only Championship club yet to drop a point.
The squad underwent significant changes over the summer, but the newcomers have quickly adapted to the team's playing model. However, Jones noted after the victory over Preston that his side still need to show more cutting edge in the final third.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Charlton have won all three of their opening Championship matches.
- West Brom have collected six points from three matches, scoring six goals.
- Charlton have beaten West Brom only once in their last 10 head-to-head meetings in all competitions.
The leaders can extend their winning run: West Bromwich Albion vs Charlton prediction
West Brom have made a confident start to the season and should cause the leaders serious problems at home. However, Charlton currently look more consistent and have already shown that they know how to get results in evenly matched contests.
The visitors head into the game on the back of three consecutive victories and with plenty of confidence. If Jones' side maintain their current discipline, they are more than capable of leaving The Hawthorns with another three points.