[Archived] News Article -> 2011/12 Half-Time: West Bromwich Albion 1 Rovers 0

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Rovers are a goal behind at the Hawthorns, but look far from out of the match. The home side took the lead in the 7th minute when Martin Olsson put the ball into his own goal, but Rovers have responded well to going behind and have bossed possession and created several decent half-chances.

West Brom started the brighter and forced four early corners and their pressure eventually told when Olsson could only redirect a header past Robinson and into the roof of the net. The away side gradually worked their way back into the match, with Hoilett looking particularly threatening every time he had the opportunity to run at the West Brom back four and Orr, Dann, Hoilett and Dunn will all feel as if they could have done better with decent opportunities to bring Rovers level.

The home supporters were clearly frustrated with the defensive approach that West Brom took after taking the lead, but the Baggies have looked dangerous on the break, particularly down the right-hand side.

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