West Brom handed Queens Park Rangers their third league loss of the season on Friday night. Having taken the lead early on at the Hawthorns the Rs were not able to hold on to the points, conceding two goals in the second half. Karlan Grant grabbing the winner. Back at Loftus Road QPR needed a league win after a poor run of games. Birmingham City visited W12 this evening, going into the match on even points as their host. Each side drawing, losing and winning three matches so far. In their last championship fixture the blues beat Derby County.
Birmingham started the better of the two teams early on. Holding the ball well, but failing to make any chances count. Worrying signs for the home side. The blues threatened the R’s goal with a diving header before Seny Dieng made a save. Charlie Austin making the first opportunity at goal for QPR this evening. Midway into the first period Queens Park Rangers looked out of the game, finding themselves paces behind their guest. Birmingham lively in West London. Chair handed Austin a chance to score not long before half time, however blues keeper Sarkic made a fantastic save. Breaking through visitor lines Chair grabbed himself a goal. Rifling his shot home.
In front at the break the Rs were unable to maintain possession of the ball. Something manager Mark Warburton needs to look at in training. With QPR struggling it was very fortunate Chair scored, lifting the grounds atmosphere big time. A real buzz in W12. Home players concerning spectators in the stands, seeming to be exhausted from kick off. Jeremie Bela was the first player to have an attempt after the break. Coming on as a substitution Jutkiewicz gave Birmingham City a boost, having an instant impact on the game. His shot going just over the bar. Scoring his second of the evening Ilas Chair connected onto the end of Dykes pass, calmly slotting the ball behind shocked Sarkic. What a talent we have on our hands. Willock had been playing excellent all game but was unlucky to find the net himself after creating a chance late on. Ten minutes to go on the clock and Blues fans began to leave the ground. Albert Adomoah linked up with Austin right at the end but the referee stopped play. I wonder how Deeney feels losing his cup final…
In conclusion the R’s got all three points in a wet and windy W12 this evening. Much needed after recent results. Positive play from the home side as they grew into the game, but could have started the fixture better. Certain members of the squad look past their best. Wishing the king of Malaysia, a safe journey home, having made an appearance at Loftus Road today. We hope you enjoyed your time here. King Al Sultan Abdullah is a R!
Comentarios