West Brom vs Bristol City

The Baggies triumphed over the Robins in a thrilling Championship clash, with Mikey Johnston stealing the spotlight with a stunning brace.
Fresh off their hard-fought draw against Burnley, West Brom welcomed Bristol City to The Hawthorns, eager to secure three crucial points. The atmosphere was electric as both teams took to the field, each determined to prove their worth.
As the whistle blew, West Brom immediately seized control of the tempo. Their crisp passing and fluid movement created numerous scoring opportunities, but the Bristol City defense held firm. The visitors, however, were no pushovers. They showcased their own attacking prowess with a series of swift counterattacks, keeping the Baggies' defense on their toes.
The first half remained a stalemate, with neither side able to break the deadlock. However, the second half would prove to be a different story altogether. Just ten minutes after the restart, West Brom's Mikey Johnston struck with a moment of brilliance.
In a flash of inspiration, Johnston cut inside from the left flank and unleashed a thunderous shot that soared into the top corner of the net. The Hawthorns erupted in cheers as the Baggies took the lead.
Buoyed by their advantage, West Brom continued to press forward relentlessly. Their determination paid off when Johnston once again found himself in the right place at the right time. A perfectly weighted cross from the right found the Scottish winger unmarked, and he calmly slotted the ball home for his second of the afternoon.
Bristol City fought valiantly to get back into the game but to no avail. West Brom's defense stood firm, denying the Robins any clear-cut scoring chances. In the end, it was a comfortable 2-0 victory for the Baggies, lifting them into the top half of the Championship table.
Mikey Johnston emerged as the hero of the hour for West Brom. His exceptional performance, capped off by his two decisive goals, earned him the man-of-the-match award. The Scottish international expressed his delight after the game, praising the team's collective effort and determination.
"It feels amazing to score two goals and help the team win. We worked hard throughout the match, and we deserved the three points," Johnston said. "Bristol City are a tough opponent, but we never gave up. I'm delighted with the result and the performance."
West Brom manager Carlos Corberán was equally thrilled with his team's performance. He praised their resilience and execution of the game plan.
"I'm very proud of the players. They followed the instructions perfectly and showed great character throughout the match," Corberán said. "Mikey Johnston was exceptional today, but it was a team effort. We defended well and took our chances when they came. This victory gives us a lot of confidence going forward."
As the curtain fell on another exciting Championship encounter, West Brom fans left The Hawthorns with a renewed sense of optimism. Their team had showcased their fighting spirit and attacking flair, proving that they are a force to be reckoned with in the race for promotion. The Baggies' next challenge awaits them on Boxing Day when they travel to St. Andrew's to face Birmingham City.