West Brom vs QPR

West Bromwich Albion host Queens Park Rangers in the Championship at The Hawthorns on Saturday, 12 September 2026. James Morrison’s side will be looking to capitalise on early-season momentum in West Bromwich as they welcome a formidable QPR outfit managed by Julien Stephan.

Team News and Injury Latest

James Morrison could hand a first start to 20-year-old French midfielder Rabby Nzingoula, who impressed off the bench in West Brom's last outing. His inclusion would likely see summer signing Kareem Tunde drop to the substitutes' bench. Up front, Aune Heggebo may return to form a two-man attack, providing support for Jimmy-Jay Morgan to exploit the space behind the QPR defence.

For the visitors, Julien Stephan travels without sidelined duo Boy Kemper and Karamoko Dembele. However, there is positive news with Justin Obikwu recently returning to the matchday squad. Key attacking trio Ilias Chair, Paul Smyth, and Richard Kone were given a rest during their cup tie against Cardiff City but are fully expected to return to the starting XI, joining Rumarn Burrell in the final third.

West Brom's Early Season Form

The Baggies have made a solid start to their campaign, sitting seventh in the Championship table with seven points from their opening four matches. They showed their ability to control matches against Charlton Athletic, dominating possession with over 70% of the ball, though they ultimately found it difficult to break through a stubborn Addicks rearguard in a 1-1 draw.

Prior to that hard-fought point, West Brom proved their attacking credentials with a 3-1 victory over Burnley and a narrow 2-1 win against Norwich City, despite suffering a 3-1 setback against Middlesbrough. Morrison will be eager to see his team rediscover their cutting edge in front of goal against a resolute QPR defence.

QPR's Unbeaten Streak

Queens Park Rangers arrive in the West Midlands boasting an exceptional start to the season, occupying second place in the standings with 10 points. Stephan's men are yet to taste league defeat, securing three wins and a draw from their first four outings while finding the net seven times.

Their most recent league fixtures reflect a resilient and adaptable side. With Ilias Chair orchestrating play in midfield alongside Nicolas Madsen and G. Kamara, QPR have consistently troubled opposition defences. The London club will look to maintain their unbeaten status and put pressure on the early league leaders with another strong away performance.

A victory for West Brom would significantly enhance their playoff credentials and close the three-point gap to their high-flying opponents. Conversely, a win for QPR would cement their position near the summit of the Championship, building crucial momentum ahead of a busy autumn schedule.