West Brom have moved top, while QPR have lost key players: West Bromwich Albion vs Queens Park Rangers prediction
The Championship seventh-round match between West Bromwich Albion and Queens Park Rangers will take place on 12 September at The Hawthorns. The hosts top the table after two consecutive victories, while the London side sit fourth and have lost only one of their opening six league matches.
West Bromwich Albion: two consecutive clean-sheet victories
James Morrison's side continue to enjoy a strong start to the season. After a 1-0 victory over Watford, West Brom beat Derby away by the same scoreline despite playing most of the match with 10 men.
Jimmy-Jay Morgan has made a major contribution, recording six goal involvements in the opening six rounds. West Brom will now look to win three consecutive league matches for the first time since September 2024.
Queens Park Rangers: strong start complicated by injuries
QPR have collected points in five of their opening six matches and established themselves among the leading sides. In their latest game, Julien Stéphan's team completely controlled the match against Charlton and did not allow their opponents a single shot on target, although the contest ended 0-0.
The squad situation has worsened ahead of the trip to West Bromwich. Tariq Lamptey and Jimmy Dunne have picked up injuries, while Richard Kone, Ilias Chair and Karamoko Dembélé also remain unavailable.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- West Bromwich Albion have won their last two Championship matches 1-0.
- QPR have suffered only one defeat in their opening six rounds.
- Queens Park Rangers are without a win in their last seven Championship away matches against West Bromwich Albion.
The leaders can take advantage of the visitors' absences: West Bromwich Albion vs Queens Park Rangers prediction
QPR have made a confident start to the season and are capable of causing the hosts problems, but their numerous injuries significantly limit their options. An away match against an opponent in strong form will be an especially difficult test.
West Brom are playing reliably at the moment and have shown they can get results even in difficult circumstances. Home advantage and a more favourable squad situation give the hosts a slight edge.
