West Bromwich Albion searches for its second win this season on Sunday when they take on Middlesbrough at 8:30 a.m. E.T. from The Hawthorns on CNBC or live online at NBCSports.com.
The Boro holds a narrow advantage in all-time meetings, with four wins out of eight, and Aitor Karanka’s side certainly have the capabilities to pull off another victory against West Brom following a solid summer in the transfer window.
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Karanka’s men remain unbeaten through two matches, including last weekend’s narrow 2-1 victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.
West Brom remains largely intact with its starting XI as Salomon Rondon gets the start up front for the Baggies. Tony Pulis’ side has plenty of options off the bench as well, including Saido Berahino and Craig Gardner to provide a spark.
For Middlesbrough, U.S. international Brad Guzan will get the start in goal for the first time this season, as Victor Valdes remains sidelined with a hamstring injury. Alvaro Negredo looks to continue his fine start to the season after notching a goal and two assists in his first two matches.
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West Bromwich Albion - Foster; Dawson, McAuley, Evans, Galloway; Phillips, Yacob, Fletcher (c), Field, McClean; Rondon.
Bench - Rose; Olsson, Gardner, Lambert, Berahino, Leko, Wilson
Middlesbrough - Guzan, Nsue, Ayala, Gibson, Barragan, Forshaw, Clayton, Stuani, Ramirez, Downing, Negredo.
Bench - Dimi, Bernardo, Rhodes, Reach, Fischer, De Sart, Nugent.
