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West Brom 1-1 Stoke City: Points shared as The Potters move away from relegation

• Stoke City faces West Brom Albion in an intense EFL Championship match.
• Nathan Lowe steps up in the absence of Tom Cannon, scoring an early goal.
• Mark Robbins' side holds on for a 1-1 draw, moving up to 18th in the league standings.

ByOscar Cortes|
West Brom 1-1 Stoke City: Points shared as The Potters move away from relegation
West Brom 1-1 Stoke City: Points shared as The Potters move away from relegation | Ben Roberts Photo/GettyImages

Stoke City took to the field for an exhilarating EFL Championship match in the 27th round, facing West Brom Albion away from home. Under the leadership of Mark Robbins, Stoke City presented a well-prepared starting eleven, notably including Nathan Lowe in place of Tom Cannon, who had returned to Leicester City.

The match began with high intensity, and it didn't take long for Stoke City to make their mark. In the 9th minute, Nathan Lowe found the back of the net, assisted by Junior Tchamadeu, giving Stoke an early advantage.

However, the lead brought pressure as West Brom Albion dominated possession, relentlessly seeking an equalizer. The first half ended with Stoke City holding their ground, but the second half saw increased pressure from West Brom.

Their persistence paid off in the 71st minute when Grady Diangana scored, leveling the match at 1-1. Despite West Brom's continued attempts to find a winner, Stoke City's goalkeeper, Viktor Johansson, made crucial saves to secure a point for his team.

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Positive Signs Under Mark Robbins

This 1-1 draw marks the third game under Mark Robbins' management, resulting in two draws and one win—a promising start for Stoke City under their new head coach. The team’s improvement is evident, as they climbed from 19th to 18th place in the EFL Championship standings, now holding 28 points from 18 matches.

While this draw helps Stoke City inch away from the relegation zone, there's still work to be done. Their next challenge comes on January 22 against Portsmouth, a team currently in the relegation zone.

A victory in this upcoming match would be crucial for Stoke City as they aim to further solidify their position and distance themselves from the bottom of the table.

Focus Shifts to Portsmouth

Looking ahead, Stoke City's match against Portsmouth represents a significant opportunity. Playing away from home, The Potters will seek to capitalize on Portsmouth’s struggles to secure a vital three points.

A win would not only boost their morale but also reinforce their progress under Robbins, strengthening their bid to remain clear of the relegation battle in the EFL Championship.

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