WBAReport Podcast

The WBAReport Podcast returns for another managerial bonus episode following the announcement of Carlos Corberán as West Bromwich Albion's new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year deal. Host Matt Smith is joined by Kieran Kelly to discuss all things surrounding the Spaniard's appointment. They offer their initial reaction, provide Corberán with a five-step list to becoming a success at the Hawthorns, analyse what he can copy from a successful spell with Huddersfield and even acknowledge concerns around the appointment. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

Just like London busses... the WBAReport Podcast returns with two quick-fire episodes following news that West Bromwich Albion have sacked Steve Bruce. Kieran Kelly returns to the show, alongside hosting regular Matt Smith to discuss all things Bruce's Hawthorns reign. The guys dissect where he went wrong, the veteran boss' inability to build a connection with supporters, and how recent comments proved to be the nail in his coffin. Matt and Kieran also offer their view on who should take over at Albion, with both pointing to a certain ex-Burnley manager, whilst also sifting through possible candidates and analysing what is possible for the Baggies this season. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

The WBAReportPodcast finally returns for a second season following an extended hiatus throughout the summer! Podcast regulars Matt Smith and Ronan Thompson reunite to talk all things Albion following an unimpressive and eventful start to the 2022/2023 Championship campaign. With the Baggies currently stuck in 21st place, the guys review the season so far, debate whether Steve Bruce should continue boss, discuss whether the veteran boss has been unlucky and look into why XG stats are not resulting in points amongst much, much more! For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno

Fortunately for West Bromwich Albion supporters, the 2021/2022 season has drawn to a close with the Baggies experiencing one of their worst campaigns in modern history. From Valérien Ismaël with his high-pressing and 3-4-3 stubbornness to Steve Bruce's desire to overhaul Albion's shameful playing squad, there will not be one Baggies fan who is not grateful to see the back of the season. Nevertheless, Matt Smith, Ronan Thompson and The Baggies Podcast's Louis Bent review what has been a dismal season and discuss the key talking points, whilst also handing out their alternative end of season awards including Burke of the Year, the ALAN's and the Rickie Lambert Award. You can follow the Baggies Podcast on Twitter: @TheBaggiesPod And stay up to date with the Baggies Podcast For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno

The WBAReport Podcast returns with the Baggies -finally- producing an upturn in results having gone four games unbeaten, including that long-awaited first win for Albion boss, Steve Bruce and a magnificent 1-0 win against table-toppers Fulham. Podcast regulars, Matt Smith, Ronan Thompson and Kieran Kelly discuss what has been behind the unbeaten run, namely academy graduate Taylor Gardner-Hickman, tactical tweaks and the reinstallment of key figures. However, Matt in particular is still not convinced with the Baggies' performances and still doubts both Brucey's and the squad's ability to turn fortunes around. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

All is not well in the world of West Bromwich Albion. Steve Bruce has overseen four games at the time of publishing and has failed to win one of them. Amidst the doom and gloom, Matt Smith, Ronan Thompson and Kieran Kelly dissect why Brucey has failed to generate that bounce, the role of playing squad in the club's recent demise and if there is anything salvageable from this season. However, the guys attempt to change the mood and morale of the podcast by aptly selecting their worst-ever Albion XI of the 21st century where passionate debate and strong opinions come to the fore. Please check out the @WBAReport Twitter account to share your suggestions on the XI selected. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

In quite possibly the most dramatic 48 hours in West Bromwich Albion's modern history, the Baggies sacked Head Coach Valérien Ismaël, moved aside CEO Xu Ke and replaced him with Ron Gourlay before finally appointing former Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce as the club's new manager. Ronan Thompson, Matt Smith and podcast debutant Will Griffin attempt to make sense of such a turbulent period by analysing Ismaël's tenure, discussing the appointment of Bruce whilst also examining what degree of blame the playing squad should take for the recent demise in results. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Will Griffin - @willgrffn

Another away trip and another defeat for West Bromwich Albion as the Baggies lose even more ground on the automatic promotion places. Ronan Thompson, Matt Smith and Kieran Kelly dissect Albion's defeat at Loftus Road with ex-Baggie Charlie Austin heading home a late winner, leaving many supporters fuming with Valérien Ismaël. The guys offer their opinions on Ismaël's position, debate whether the players or manager should take accountability for recent results and even discuss potential replacements in the event of Ismaël's dismissal before looking ahead to the visit of Peterborough United on Saturday afternoon. To compete with Ronan, Matt and Kieran on the FanHub leaderboards, you can download the app here - https://fan-hub.com/download-fanhub/ For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

Following West Bromwich Albion's post-festive disappointment, Matt Smith, Ronan Thompson and, special guest, Louis Bent discuss all things Albion, including an end of year quiz. Initially analysing disappointing results against Derby County and Cardiff City, the guys offer their opinions on the defensive mix-up at Pride Par, the lack of discipline amongst the group and whether Sam Johnstone will ever be seen in a Baggies shirt again. On a slightly more positive note, the recent arrival of USMNT striker Daryl Dike is celebrated before the quiz commences for all to enjoy! Make sure you play along at home… For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com We massively thank Louis Bent for appearing on the podcast. Follow him on Twitter - @louisbent_ Follow The Baggies Podcast - @TheBaggiesPod Listen to The Baggies Podcast - https://linktr.ee/thebaggiespodcast Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno

Five unbeaten and a closed gap on the automatic promotion places, West Bromwich Albion are back in business. As we embark on the busy festive period, Matt and Ronan recap all the major talking points regarding all things Albion including, consecutive wins against Coventry and Reading, Taylor Gardner-Hickman's man of the match performances, more Jordan Hugill struggles, a stalemate at Oakwell and Valerien Ismael's team selection. Before enjoying some festive fun, Guochuan Lai's shock visit and reintegration back into the Baggies is also discussed as the guys also examine what this could mean for Albion and their short-term future. To compete with Ronan and Matt on the FanHub leaderboards, you can download the app here - https://fan-hub.com/download-fanhub/ For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno

For the first-ever time, a guest appears on the WBAReport podcast, with Matt and Ronan joined by former England Under 19's and Worcestershire batsman Oliver Westbury to discuss all things Albion following Friday's bore draw with Nottingham Forest, Ollie's career within professional cricket, the impact that sport can have on mental wellbeing and his new-found career path back into sport. To listen to more of Ollie you can find him on Twitter - @Ollie_Westbury You can find him hosting sports shows on BlackCountryRadio - www.blackcountryradio.co.uk And also on the Sporting Minds podcast - open.spotify.com/show/1IGCXa7Ul30v5zP3Nkajza?si=2981e40792024ec9 For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

Two away trips for West Bromwich Albion. No wins. And a whole bunch of disgruntled supporters. As Kieran returns to the show, alongside Matt and Ronan, the guys discuss where the Baggies are going wrong in recent games which is backed up by some heavy figures, the lack of direction the club finds itself in under the perilous ownership, whilst also previewing Friday's crunch match under the lights against Nottingham Forest. To compete with Ronan, Matt and Kieran on the FanHub leaderboards, you can download the app here - https://fan-hub.com/download-fanhub/ For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

With a number of weeks having passed since the last episode of the WBAReport Podcast, Matt Smith and Ronan Thompson recap recent goings-on in the West Bromwich Albion world. In the painful absence of Kieran, they offer views on talking points from fixtures against Fulham, Hull and Middlesbrough, discuss the turbulent news regarding the departures of Louie Barry and Nathan Ferguson whilst also previewing Saturday's clash at Huddersfield. To compete with Ronan and Matt on the FanHub leaderboards, you can download the app here - https://fan-hub.com/download-fanhub/ For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

Following an eventful week, Matt Smith, Ronan Thompson and Kieran Kelly look back at a miserable Albion display in Wales and discuss the Baggies' emphatic response against Bristol City at The Hawthorns. The defeat against Swansea sparked mass criticism of Valerien Ismael's style of play, and therefore, the guys discuss their feelings on the topic and consider whether they prefer entertainment or results as part of the #PodcastPoll They also look ahead to a big game at Craven Cottage too. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

Following a miserable trip to the Bet365 Stadium which saw Albion lose their unbeaten record and suffer a 1-0 defeat to Stoke, the guys decide to add some spice to the international break! Matt Smith, Ronan Thompson and Kieran Kelly combine their thoughts and opinions to ultimately produce a 21st century Albion XI which is sure to create debate amongst the WBA fanbase... That defeat to the Potters is also discussed, as well as Friday night's West Midlands battle against Birmingham City and of course, the #PodcastPoll returns. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

West Bromwich Albion returned to winning ways against QPR on Friday night, with Karlan Grant netting a brace! Matt Smith, Ronan Thompson and Kieran Kelly discuss a wide range of topics following a brief sabbatical from the pod, including their views on the additions of Jordan Hugill and Jason Molumby, the toxic booing that has been heard at The Hawthorns and the style of play. The guys also look forward to Tuesday's trip to Cardiff City who will be looking to respond after a 5-1 defeat last time out. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

Matt Smith, Kieran Kelly and Ronan Thompson look back on a perfect week of football for West Bromwich Albion. Two games, two wins and six points for the Baggies does not get any better. The guys look back on the hammering of Sheffield United, an away victory at Blackburn, Alex Mowatt's wondergoal and Dara O'Shea's progression before previewing the Carabao Cup fixture against the not-so-mighty Arsenal. Episode three is rounded off with another #PodcastPoll which sees Albion supporters vote on their favourite WBA signing in the 21stcentury. For news, views and all things Albion visit wbareport.com Follow @WBAReport on Twitter. Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

West Bromwich Albion's first home game of the season resulted in a first win under Valérien Ismaël! Matt Smith, Kieran Kelly and Ronan Thompson look back at the nail-biting finale against Luton, Kenneth Zohore's abysmal performance and Matt Clarke's debut. The guys then look forward to Wednesday's fixture against Sheffield United before completing the episode with a transfer roundup and the #PodcastPoll. For the latest news, views and opinions follow WBAReport on Twitter - @WBAReport And be sure to check out for the latest content wbareport.com Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno

The 2021/2022 EFL season is underway, meaning West Bromwich Albion are back in action! Three members of the WBAReport team dissect Albion's 2-2 draw against Bournemouth in Valérien Ismaël's first game in charge for the first-ever episode of the WBAReport Podcast. Matt Smith, Ronan Thompson and Kieran Kelly discuss a wide range of topics including Cedric Kipre's performance, the equalizing goal and their MOTM, before looking ahead to Saturday's match against Luton which sees the Hawthorns return to maximum capacity. The guys outline what changes they would make to the XI and which Hatters player could cause the Baggies problems. To finish off the episode, there is a transfer roundup featuring the Matheus Pereira and Sam Johnstone sagas and a #PodcastPoll discussion. For the latest news, views and opinions follow WBAReport on Twitter - @WBAReport And be sure to check out for the latest content wbareport.com Follow the guys on Twitter: Matt Smith - @mattsport_ Ronan Thompson - @RonanTjourno Kieran Kelly - @kellyjourno