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OPPOSITION

The Baggies have lost just once in 14 matches and are rightly one of the promotion favourites. They've coped superbly since their relegation from the Premier League last term. Oozing with quality, including many regular internationals. Jerome Thomas is a livewire winger to look out for and Chris Brunt is highly-rated. England international Scott Carson is between the sticks.

MANAGER

Roberto Di Matteo was born in Switzerland but is best known for his 34 caps for Italy. The retired midfielder spent the final years of his career at Chelsea - scoring the fastest ever FA Cup final goal too. Made his managerial name at MK Dons before switching to West Brom to replace Celtic-bound Tony Mowbray in the summer.

FORM

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REFEREE

Neil Swarbrick, from Lancashire. Took charge of City's 1-1 draw at Coventry earlier this season, and his last West Brom game was in November for the Baggies' 2-1 win at Leicester. Has shwon 71 yellow cards and five red cards in 25 games this term.

ODDS

West Brom are even money favourites with online partner bet365.com. The draw is priced at 12/5, and a home victory can be found at 11/4.

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