West Brom has achieved a decisive 3-0 win over Watford at The Hawthorns, guaranteeing their safety in the Sky Bet Championship pending a potential points deduction. The team's victory, led by James Morrison, marks their ninth consecutive unbeaten game.
Isaac Price initiated the scoring, followed by Daryl Dike's second goal in as many games, and Danny Imray sealed the win with a well-deserved third goal. The Baggies now await the outcome of a hearing following alleged infringements of Profit and Sustainability Rules. The match saw West Brom dominate, with Watford managing only one on-target effort. Price's initial chance was thwarted by goalkeeper Egil Selvik, but he capitalized on his next opportunity, scoring in the 21st minute.
Dike's looping header from Alex Mowatt's cross went wide, but his subsequent header from Price's free-kick proved decisive, ending in the roof of the net. The second half saw bookings for Watford's James Abankwah and Albion's Jayson Molumby.
Luca Kjerrumgaard missed a chance to reduce the deficit for Watford, and Albion made it 3-0 with Imray's clinical finish. West Brom manager James Morrison praised his players, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and seeking confidence and a reaction from the team.