West Bromwich Albion FC competes in the Premier League. A historic Midlands club known for a long top-flight spell and loyal fanbase.
Slaven Bilic has returned to lead Croatia, taking over a team that exited the World Cup in the Round of 32 after a 2-1 loss to Portugal. Dalic has stepped down after nearly a decade in charge, and Bilic is set to guide Croatia toward Euro 2028.
The Carabao Cup second round has been drawn, with Chelsea and Tottenham entering the competition alongside other Premier League clubs not in Europe. The draw is sectional (north and south) and ties will be played the week of 24 August. The nine top-flight teams in Europe this season join in the third round.
Brighton pressurises Arsenal and dominates, while Coventry City end a losing run with a hard-fought win as Premier League progress continues amid chaos for others.
BBC and Guardian reports converge on the long-awaited Dockers Derby as Millwall hosts West Ham at The Den for the first time in nearly 15 years. The match underscores London football’s fierce rivalry, the emotional pull for fans, and the policing measures expected around a high-stakes clash.