Match Report
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Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at The Hawthorns where West Bromwich Albion play host to Crewe Alexandra. A crowd of 2,796 fill this 3,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
West Bromwich Albion are playing in a 4-4-2 formation while Crewe Alexandra appear to be shaped for 5-3-2.
Today's match is refereed by Peter Summerbell.
The pitch is in poor condition.
West Bromwich Albion are playing in a 4-4-2 formation while Crewe Alexandra appear to be shaped for 5-3-2.
Today's match is refereed by Peter Summerbell.
0.00
Crewe Alexandra kick off the first half!
3.53
Phil Forbes flicks the ball to his team mate, Clive Bramble. Clive Bramble makes a beautiful solo run. Clive Bramble controls the ball well and immediately threads the ball forward, putting Titus Southgate through on goal. Some silky footwork from Titus Southgate provides him some room. He curls a shot at goal. The ball skims nastily along the ground and slips under the keeper's body. Goal!!
10.44
Eddie Batty kicks a strong pass forward to Darren Lampard. Darren Lampard knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Ian Oliver.
12.36
Chris Goodwin makes a simple pass to Graham Sinclair. Graham Sinclair controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Graeme Vassell. Graeme Vassell knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Phil Forbes.
22.41
Marcus Robinson makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Darren Lampard. Darren Lampard advances inside the box! Darren Lampard shows great control and tries a shot on goal but it flies just off target!
28.12
Gilles Peters flicks the ball to his team mate, Michael Craddock. Michael Craddock kicks a strong pass forward to Mick Elliott. Mick Elliott plays a quick one-two with Graeme Vassell and rushes in on goal... Mick Elliott comes through the middle and smashes a shot from 11 yards out. Magnificent save by Trevor Davis!
32.35
Michael Craddock makes a simple pass to Mick Elliott. Mick Elliott knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Phil Forbes.
33.13
Danny Ball flicks a high pass forward. Graeme Vassell controls it well on his chest. Graeme Vassell edges inside the box! Graeme Vassell tries a spectacular strike. The ball rattles the crossbar bouncing back into play. It's dealt with comprehensively by the defence.
34.08
Ian Oliver plays the ball forward to Michael Craddock. Michael Craddock threads a neat ball through to Mick Elliott. Mick Elliott shoots from outside the area but somehow Trevor Davis manages to keep it out.
38.16
Michael Craddock deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Graeme Vassell. Graeme Vassell knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Trevor Davis who gathers it comfortably.
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. West Bromwich Albion appear unchanged since the first half. Crewe Alexandra also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
West Bromwich Albion start the second half!
47.42
With a delightful solo run, Eddie Batty stretches the opposition's defence. Eddie Batty finds some space and shoots from distance but it is tipped over by Alistair Pallister.
48.34
Corner kick to Crewe Alexandra. Marcus Robinson plays it to the near post. Clive Bramble looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal but it flies just wide!
54.55
Danny Ball sees Graeme Vassell in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Graeme Vassell knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Trevor Davis who gathers it comfortably.
60.14
Crewe Alexandra have made 3 substitutions with Peter Benjamin replacing Eddie Batty, Tommy Johnson replacing Darren Lampard and Nigel Oakley replacing Tommy Johnson .
61.20
Danny Ball flicks a high pass forward. Mick Elliott controls it well on his chest. Mick Elliott finds some space and shoots from distance but it is miles over!
77.37
Crewe Alexandra appear to have rearranged themselves into a 4-5-1 formation.
78.32
Graham Sinclair sees space and advances. Graham Sinclair plays a one-two with Mick Elliott and advances towards the goal... Graham Sinclair shoots from just inside the box. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for West Bromwich Albion!
81.29
Ledley Sheringham pushes up the pitch. Ledley Sheringham makes a probing pass to Nigel Oakley. Nigel Oakley shoots from distance. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
85.10
Nigel Oakley clumsily knocks into Ian Oliver. The referee brings Nigel Oakley to one side and gives him a warning! Ian Oliver hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
87.05
Danny Ball flicks a high pass forward to Graeme Vassell who brings the ball under control. Graeme Vassell knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Jason Potts.
89.02
Shaun Roberts receives the ball from a throw-in from Michael Craddock. Shaun Roberts makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Mick Elliott. Mick Elliott knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
1
1
Shots on Target
3
2
Shots off Target
2
3
Offsides
0
1
Fouls
0
1
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
68.2%
31.8%
Play Area
21.2%
50%
28.8%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Graham Sinclair of West Bromwich Albion |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Alistair Pallister (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Adam Prior (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Chris Goodwin (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Gilles Peters (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Ian Oliver (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Shaun Roberts (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Michael Craddock (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | Graham Sinclair (MID) | ![]() | 9 |
| 9. | Danny Ball (MID) | 7 | |
| 10. | Mick Elliott (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Graeme Vassell (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Alexander Mann (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Joe Davies (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | David Elliott (ATT) | 0 | |
| 1. | Trevor Davis (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Peter Brown (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Phil Forbes (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Jason Potts (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Ledley Sheringham (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | James Vassell (DEF) | 6 | |
| 7. | Clive Bramble (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Marcus Robinson (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Eddie Batty (MID) | 7 | |
| 10. | Titus Southgate (ATT) | ![]() | 8 |
| 11. | Tommy Johnson (MID) | 0 | |
| 12. | Peter Benjamin (GK) | 6 | |
| 13. | Nigel Oakley (GK) | 5 | |
| 14. | Darren Lampard (ATT) | 6 | |





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