Coventry City will host West Bromwich Albion in a highly anticipated Championship clash this Saturday, November 22. The match is set to kick off at 12:30 PM at the Coventry Building Society Arena. Fans can watch the game live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event.
Coventry’s Strong Form
Currently, Coventry sits at the top of the Championship table, holding a five-point lead. Under the management of Frank Lampard, the team has displayed formidable prowess, particularly at home. They have amassed 17 points from their last seven home games.
The Sky Blues have scored 40 goals this season, significantly outpacing their competitors. Brandon Thomas-Asante, a former West Brom player, has been key, contributing to a quarter of Coventry’s goals.
West Brom Struggles
Meanwhile, West Brom has encountered difficulties this season. After recently snapping a four-game winless run against Oxford, they face a tough challenge on the road. They have scored just three goals in their last five matches.
West Brom finished only five points behind Coventry last season but now finds themselves struggling, particularly with scoring. Their recent form is concerning, having failed to score in three of their last four league outings.
Key Players to Watch
- Tatsuhiro Sakamoto – The Japanese winger has been an unsung hero for Coventry, scoring four goals and providing two assists in his last six league starts.
- Brandon Thomas-Asante – His standout performance includes significant contributions this season, making him a player to watch against his former club.
Match Predictions and Betting Tips
With the match approaching, here are some predictions and betting tips:
- Best bet: Coventry to win by at least one goal (1pt at 19-10 with Hills).
- Player prop bet: Tatsuhiro Sakamoto to score or assist (8-5 with Bet365).
Statistical Overview
| Statistic | Coventry | West Brom |
|---|---|---|
| Last 5 Games (Goals) | 15 scored | 3 scored |
| Last 5 Away Games | Won 4 | Lost 4 |
| Clean Sheets | 7 | – |
Team News
For Coventry, Milan van Ewijk is back to full fitness, while Jack Rudoni remains sidelined, along with goalkeeper Oliver Dovin. West Brom will be without George Campbell and Jed Wallace but may see Tammer Bany featured.
Predicted Line-ups
Coventry (4-4-2): Rushworth; Van Ewijk, Thomas, Kitching, Dasilva; Sakamoto, Torp, Grimes, Mason-Clark; Wright, Thomas-Asante.
West Brom (4-2-3-1): Griffiths; Gilchrist, Phillips, Taylor, Styles; Diakite, Mowatt; Grant, Price, Johnston; Maja.
As the match day draws near, both teams will be eager to secure vital points in the Championship. Coventry aims to strengthen its lead, whereas West Brom needs to turn their fortunes around.
