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West Brom vs Liverpool

The Hawthorns, West Bromwich21 April 2018 at 12:30
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Match Events

West Brom
Liverpool
Kick Off
4′
D. Ings

assist: G. Wijnaldum

Half Time
66′
D. IngsRoberto Firmino
66′
S. ManéA. Oxlade-Chamberlain
J. McCleanJ. Evans
71′
72′
Mohamed Salah

assist: A. Oxlade-Chamberlain

K. GibbsO. Burke
76′
J. Livermore
79′
84′
Mohamed SalahD. Lovren
S. Rondón

assist: C. Brunt

88′
J. RodriguezH. Robson-Kanu
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal3
6Shots off Goal4
13Total Shots9
1Blocked Shots2
10Shots insidebox6
3Shots outsidebox3
12Fouls5
7Corner Kicks4
1Offsides2
38%Ball Possession62%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves4
344Total passes585
242Passes accurate494
70%Passes %84%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for West Brom is —, compared to 6.91 for Liverpool. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. West Brom's highest-rated starter is —, while Liverpool's best-rated player is V. van Dijk (7.24).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of West Brom have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Liverpool's starters account for 11 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Mohamed Salah (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

West Brom deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Liverpool's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

West Brom field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Liverpool's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

West Brom start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Liverpool averaging 6.89. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for West Brom and 81% for Liverpool. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

West Brom's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Liverpool. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of West Brom's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Liverpool average 31.7 (youngest: J. Gomez (28), oldest: V. van Dijk (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

West Brom's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 27 for Liverpool. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

West Brom4-4-1-14-3-3Liverpool
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Foster3Gibbs2Nyom25Dawson26Hegazi11Brunt10Phillips8Livermo.14McClean19Rodrigu.9Rondón1Karius17Klavan4Dijk18Moreno12Gomez7Milner5Wijnald.14Henders.11Salah28Ings19Mané

Substitutes

Coach: D. Moore

Substitutes

Coach: J. Klopp

West BromPosition StrengthLiverpool
Avg Rating
6.91
Defender (4 v 4)6.93
0G 0A4G 2A
Forward (2 v 3)6.89
0G 0A7G 6A
West Brom4-4-1-1
1GoalkeeperB. Foster
3DefenderK. Gibbs
2DefenderA. Nyom
25DefenderC. Dawson
26DefenderAhmed Hegazi
11MidfielderC. Brunt
10MidfielderM. Phillips
8MidfielderJ. Livermore
14MidfielderJ. McClean
19ForwardJ. Rodriguez
9ForwardS. Rondón
Liverpool4-3-3
1GoalkeeperL. Karius
17DefenderR. Klavan
4DefenderV. van Dijk7.24G
18DefenderAlberto Moreno
12DefenderJ. Gomez6.62A
7MidfielderJ. Milner
5MidfielderG. Wijnaldum
14MidfielderJ. Henderson
11ForwardMohamed Salah6.97G6A
28ForwardD. Ings
19ForwardS. Mané

Match Summary

West Brom and Liverpool drew 2:2. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by D. Ings 4′, Mohamed Salah 72′, J. Livermore 79′, S. Rondón 88′. 1 yellow cards were shown. West Brom had 38% possession while Liverpool held 62%. West Brom had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Liverpool. West Brom made 3 substitutions, Liverpool made 3.

Rivalry since 2010

West Brom vs Liverpool Head to Head Results

19 stretnutí
West Brom
5
wins
Drawn
6
Liverpool
8
wins
Total goals
45 · 2.4/match
Both scored
11/19 · 58%
Over 2.5
9/19 · 47%

Recent Form

West Brom

LDWWDD

Liverpool

DLWWLW

Match Prediction

West Brom

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Liverpool

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Liverpool

29%Form71%
31%Attack69%
25%Defence75%
38%Head-to-head62%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: West Brom

Away Record: Liverpool

W 678D 307L 274
Over 2.554
Goals scored2265

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026