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West Brom vs Everton: Premier League match preview

A look ahead to this weekend's Premier League fixture at the Hawthorns

Saturday 13 September 2014 13:51 BST

John Terry applauds the Chelsea fans after their 6-3 win at Everton (Getty Images)

Both teams will be looking to bounce back from disappointing results in their last games and pick up their first win of the season.

West Brom were comfortably beaten by Swansea last time out and manager Alan Irvine will be expecting a reaction from his players. Joleon Lescott, Cristian Gamboa and Sebastian Blanco could be set for their debuts, after coming through a behind-closed-doors friendly earlier in the week.

Saido Berahino has seemingly recovered from his problems last season, being the only player to score for West Brom in this campaign. He then followed this up with a brace for England under 21’s on Tuesday and Everton will have earmarked him as the man to watch.

Roberto Martinez will have to decide whether to stick with the same defence that had six goals put past them by in-form Chelsea. Everton have equalled a Premier League record by conceding ten goals in the opening three games and are still looking for their first victory.

Steven Naismith will look to continue his good form, as his partnership with record signing Romelu Lukaku continues to grow, scoring three goals in three games for the Toffees. Arouna Kone and Bryan Oviedo both featured in a friendly during the week, which is a boost for Martinez but neither will be available for this weekend.

The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Radamel Falcao (Manchester United)

One of four Manchester United players on this list, Falcao's arrival at Manchester United was the biggest surprise of a mad summer. It will be interesting to see where Louis van Gaal decides to play the Colombian hitman - will he start alongside Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie, will he replace one of them, or will he start from the bench?

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Luke Shaw (Manchester United)

Brought in on a massive fee, the English teenager has been roundly criticised for failing to get fit in time for the new season. With Ashley Young struggling as Van Gaal's left wing-back Luke Shaw should come in and immediately be an upgrade in the position. United and England fans will certainly be hoping so.

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Marcos Rojo (Manchester United)

Almost a month after arriving at Manchester United, and four games into the season, Argentine defender Marcos Rojo finally has a passport and should play. Louis van Gaal's team have looked porous at the back and the fiesty defender should add some bite to the back-line.

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Daley Blind (Manchester United)

A Louis van Gaal favourite, Daley Blind is a versatile player capable of slotting in across the defence, at wing-back or in central midfield. Classy and composed on the ball, Blind is a clever player - it'll be interesting to see where the Manchester United boss opts to play the utility man.

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Danny Welbeck (Arsenal)

Danny Welbeck was brilliant for England in Switzerland, scoring two goals and showing all of the energy and enthusiasm that has made him a manager's favourite. Arsenal were desperately in need of cover after the injury to Olivier Giroud and Gunners fans will be hoping the £16m striker hits the ground running.

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Alex Song (West Ham)

Although he never managed to break into the first team in two years at Barcelona, Alex Song is undoubtedly a top quality player. West Ham needed to add goals and flair to their struggling side and Sam Allardyce will be hoping Song can get close to the 11 assists he provided for Arsenal in the 2011-12 season.

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Hatem Ben Arfa (Hull City)

Undoubtedly a hugely talented player, the French winger will be hoping a fresh start at a new club revitalises his career. Ben Arfa was frozen out at Newcastle but he should become an important attacking option for Steve Bruce.

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Abel Hernandez (Hull City)

Steve Bruce has spent the majority of the money he received for the sale of Shane Long on the 24-year-old Hernandez. The Uruguayan had an excellent season in Serie A last year scoring 14 goals for Palermo, but is a bit of a wildcard. The pacey striker will look to develop the same kind of partnership Long enjoyed with Nikica Jelavic last season

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Sandro (QPR)

The Beast was one of Tottenham's best players the year before last but injuries have limited the amount of time spent in the middle of midfield for Spurs. Back with old manager Harry Redknapp expect the Brazilian to find his best form and add quality to the Rangers midfield.

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The 10 debutants to look out for this weekend

Ricky Alvarez (Sunderland)

Alvarez's signature is a coup for Gus Poyet and Sunderland. The tall Argentina midfielder oozes class and was impressive for Inter Milan last season with four goals and eight assists, before being selected for the World Cup. Sunderland struggled for goals last season and will be hoping Alvarez can provide a spark for their strikers.

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KICK-OFF: Saturday, 3pm

PAST THREE MEETINGS…

West Brom 1 (Lugano) Everton 1 (Mirallas), January 2014

Everton 0 West Brom 0, August 2013

Everton 2 (Baines 2) West Brom 1 (Long)

STATS…

West Brom's joint-biggest Premier League home win was a 4-0 drubbing of Everton in November 2005

Everton have only managed one clean sheet in eight previous Barclays Premier League trips to The Hawthorns

Steven Naismith has scored three goals from three shots on target this season

Seven of the last 10 league games at The Hawthorns have ended level, with the Baggies winning one and losing two

Romelu Lukaku is still to score a Premier League goal for a club that owns him; his 32 to date have all come whilst out on loan

ODDS…

West Brom to win: 3.6

Everton to win: 2.15

Draw: 3.4

TV: Highlights on BBC1 at 10.50pm.

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