West Brom’s Second-Half Surge Silences Sheffield United at The Hawthorns
It turned out to be a night of relief and renewed belief at The Hawthorns as West Bromwich Albion claimed a 2-0 Championship win over Sheffield United, easing the pressure that had been building around manager Ryan Mason. On paper, it looked like a tough test, and for much of the first half, it certainly felt that way, but football has a habit of turning quickly, and this game was a perfect example.
The opening 45 minutes were largely controlled by Sheffield United. The Blades looked sharper, more confident, and more likely to score, and West Brom were made to hang in there. An early warning came when Gustavo Hamer forced a brilliant save from Joe Wildsmith, a moment that kept the hosts level when they might easily have fallen behind. Patrick Bamford and Tyrese Campbell also had chances that hinted West Brom were living dangerously. There was a nervous edge inside the stadium, and it could be felt in the way Albion played, with passes rushed and decisions slightly off.
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That anxiety, however, was left behind in the dressing room at half-time. Whatever was said during the break worked. Just five minutes after the restart, the mood changed completely. A low ball in from George Campbell found Aune Heggebo, and the Norwegian striker calmly slotted home to give West Brom the lead. It was a goal that shifted momentum instantly, lifting the crowd and energising the players.
From that point on, West Brom were on top. Confidence flowed through the team, and Sheffield United struggled to regain the control they had enjoyed earlier. The second goal arrived just past the hour mark and it was a moment of real quality. Karlan Grant smashed a fierce shot in off the underside of the bar, leaving no doubt about the finish and giving the Baggies a deserved two-goal cushion.
Sheffield United tried to respond, but their threat faded badly in the second half. Danny Ings came close with a header that was cleared off the line, yet it felt like a brief flicker rather than a sustained comeback. West Brom, by contrast, looked capable of adding more goals as they defended smartly and broke with intent.
When the final whistle blew, the sense of relief was obvious. The win ended Sheffield United’s unbeaten run and moved West Brom to within three points of the play-off places. More importantly, it restored belief around the club. After a shaky run and outside criticism, this was a mature, resilient performance that reminded everyone why patience is sometimes rewarded in football.
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