Head coach Carlos Corberan emphasized the need for West Bromwich Albion to maintain consistent performance levels throughout the Championship season, regardless of the opposition. Despite recent commendable displays against Southampton and Leicester, a late defeat to Leicester, sealed by a stoppage-time Harry Winks winner, left the team without points from these matches.
The late draw against Leicester would have secured a well-deserved point for Albion, but Corberan acknowledged that strong performances do not necessarily translate to points in the standings. He expressed confidence in a full-strength Albion team but stressed the importance of replicating high-level performances consistently.
Corberan noted that the competitiveness of the Championship extends beyond matches against top-tier teams. He highlighted the challenging nature of the league by referencing the positions of lower-ranked teams like Coventry and Stoke, emphasizing that every team demands a high level of performance.
In recognizing the intense competition in the league, Corberan stated that competing against strong teams like Ipswich, Southampton, and Leicester is not sufficient. He pointed out that in a highly competitive season, every match requires a very good level of performance to secure victories.
The coach emphasized the need for improvement, even in games where the team competes well but falls short. Despite competing against quality opponents, such as Southampton and Leicester, Corberan indicated that there are still aspects the team needs to address to secure wins consistently.
Additionally, Albion faces the challenge of losing winger Matt Phillips to a hamstring injury for at least several weeks, adding to the team’s hurdles as they navigate the demanding Championship season.
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