Wildsmith dropped: Watch what axed West Brom goalie did to Griffiths v Bristol City
Joe Widlsmith found himself axed from the West Brom starting 11 for their clash with Bristol City.
West Brom will be expected to draw away to Bristol City, though the decision to drop Wildsmith may provide the Baggies with the edge.
Wildsmith was once again at fault for the goal in their latest 1-0 defeat to Sunderland, with the Abion keeper attempting to punch clear a long-range free kick, and failing miserably.
Josh Griffiths, having been recalled from his loan after the departure of Alex Palmer to Ipswich, has been brought back into the XI, with the pair sharing a moment before the game.
Nice moment between Josh Griffiths and Joe Wildsmith after the pair warmed up before #WBA’s game at Bristol City.
— Steve Hermon (@SteveHermon) April 8, 2025
Wildsmith will be hurting that he’s lost his place in the team to Griffiths but the goalkeeper’s union is real. He’ll be behind his team mate. pic.twitter.com/NfmJS5htbc
Wildsmith and Griffits share moment before West Brom clash
West Brom fans made their thoughts clear after the defeat to the Black Cats, with many wanting Wildsmith dropped.
In an attempt to secure a place in the playoffs, Tony Mowbray did just that at Ashton Gate, though the duo were both involved in the pre-match warm-up, with the former seemingly in full support of his replacement.
| Championship | Games played | Points |
| Middlesbrough | 40 | 60 |
| Bristol City | 40 | 60 |
| Coventry | 40 | 59 |
| West Brom | 40 | 57 |
| Millwall | 40 | 54 |
As a goalkeeper, it can be an extremely difficult situation when your confidence is as low as it seemingly was with Widlsmith, but he seems to have taken it in good spirits, high-fiving Griffiths before giving him a hug.
Team cohesion will be crucial if the Baggies are to get a place in the playoffs, and as per the video of the two, they seem to have that.
Griffiths can stake a claim for his place in the West Brom XI
Wildsmith has struggled for weeks now at West Brom, and it seemed like only a matter of time until he was dropped.
However, now that that time has arrived, Griffiths needs to take the opportunity with both hands and cement his place in the side.
The Baggies are just a couple of points outside of the top six, and consistency will be crucial to find that success, starting with their defensive lineup.
If Griffiths can impress at Ashton Gate, there is every chance he could take the number one shirt for the remainder of the season, and help his side in their push for a return to the Premier League.