Shrewsbury Town 1:4 West Bromwich Albion — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Harry Whitwell scored once and had a hand in the build-up as West Bromwich Albion thumped Shrewsbury Town 4-1 in a Club Friendly. The Baggies were three goals to the good inside half an hour, leaving the hosts with a mountain to climb in a game that offered little competitive jeopardy.

Whitwell opened the scoring in the 17th minute, and Jimmy Morgan doubled the lead nine minutes later. Isaac Fletcher pulled one back for Shrewsbury in the 35th minute, but Morgan restored the two-goal cushion just before half-time. Aune Selland Heggebø added a fourth in the 78th minute to kill off any faint hopes of a fightback.

Possession was shared at 50% apiece, but West Brom’s greater intent showed in the corner count, with four to Shrewsbury’s two. Harry Whitwell was the standout, earning a 9.48 rating from his midfield role, though his goal was his only direct contribution in the stats. No next fixture is scheduled.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Shrewsbury Town vs West Bromwich Albion?

Shrewsbury Town 1-4 West Bromwich Albion (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Harry Whitwell (17') for West Bromwich Albion; Jimmy Morgan (26') for West Bromwich Albion; Isaac Fletcher (35') for Shrewsbury Town; Jimmy Morgan (45') for West Bromwich Albion; Aune Selland Heggebø (78') for West Bromwich Albion.

Were there any cards in Shrewsbury Town vs West Bromwich Albion?

Yellow cards: null (Shrewsbury Town); null (West Bromwich Albion).

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