West Bromwich Albion faced Hull City on March 15, 2025, ending the match with a 1-1 draw after another competitive Championship clash at The Hawthorns.
Isaac Price put Albion on the scoreboard first with his left-footed volley from the edge of the box, which ricocheted off the inside of the post. The goal marked Price's first for the club and came just after the half when John Swift almost broke the deadlock earlier, hitting the crossbar with his shot.
Hull didn’t let the setback deter them, equalizing with their first shot on target. Abu Kamara found the back of the net, capitalizing on Kasey Palmer's knockdown from Lewie Coyle’s cross. The move demonstrated Hull's ability to respond quickly and effectively under pressure.
The match unfolded with West Brom dominating possession, holding 60% of the ball, and attempting 16 shots compared to Hull's 7. Despite their efforts, they struggled to convert this dominance to more goals. Mikey Johnston came close with his shot saved by Ivor Pandur, as did Adam Armstrong, who fired over the bar.
After the equalizer, Hull seemed to gain momentum, threatening the Baggies' goal multiple times. Lincoln's effort on goal was saved impressively by Joe Wildsmith, who also kept out another attempt from Kamara, preserving the draw for West Brom.
West Brom will next face mid-table Norwich City after the international break, hoping to convert their series of draws—four out of six matches—with wins. Meanwhile, Hull will host struggling Luton as they seek to maintain their distance from the relegation zone. After this match, Hull found themselves just three points clear of the drop, which is quite the far cry from their previous five-point cushion.
Despite the shared points on the table, the result reflected both teams' need to improve their finishing as West Brom remains sixth, barely above Bristol City on goal difference. The match stats showed 16 shots from Albion, but only three found the target, indicating their struggle to be clinical.
The competitive spirit of this Championship season continues, with several teams vying for promotion, and with West Brom and Hull hoping to solidify their positions for play-off ambitions or preferential safety from relegation.
Manager Tony Mowbray expressed mixed feelings post-match as he highlighted his side's opportunities but lamented their inability to secure the win. On the other side, Hull's resilience was notable; after coming from behind against opponents more favored, they showcased their ability to stay competitive.
This match served as yet another reminder of the unpredictability of the Championship, where every point is precious as the season winds down, and where teams like Hull must battle to hold their ground.
The next fixtures will be pivotal; fans will eagerly anticipate whether Albion can turn the momentum with Norwich or if Hull can take advantage of playing at home against Luton.