Mikey Johnston among Championship’s best as stunning stats provide solution to West Brom’s attacking woes
Mikey Johnston is one of the best baller carriers in the Championship, according to the latest stats from Opta.
The winger has been the player on every Baggies fan’s lips recently after Johnston put in a stunning display against Oxford United.
His performance likely saved Ryan Mason’s job at The Hawthorns as he ensured that the Black Country club won three points.
However, this has not been uncommon this season, with the extent of how good Johnston is now coming to light.
Mikey Johnston creating the second-most chances from ball carries
According to Opta’s stats on 11 November, when Johnston is given the ball, chances are normally created.
Much has been said about West Brom’s blunt attack this season. However, the winger is seemingly doing everything in his power to produce goals for the Baggies.
So far this season, Johnston has proven to be one of the best in the division, with numerous positive outcomes occurring.
- Johnston has covered 3161.6m through progressive carries in the Championship this season
- The winger has provided to be a massive outlet when carrying the ball
- This could help West Brom end their attacking woes if utilised
11 chances have been produced when the winger has carried the ball, the second most in the division this campaign, which has resulted in two assists.
On top of this, Johnston has also overseen 19 shots, again the second most in the Championship, resulting in two goals.
Therefore, if West Brom want to score goals, they must build a team around the 26-year-old and use his abilities to their advantage.
If Johnston is creating an abundance of chances when he gets forward, this must be utilised and could prove to be the difference between the playoffs and another season of failure.
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Johnston set to travel with Republic of Ireland for World Cup qualifiers
Going into the international break, Johnston is one of six West Brom players who are set to play for their country.
The winger has been a regular for the Republic of Ireland since his debut in 2023 and has accumulated 18 caps to date.
Qualification for the summer tournament is still possible, with the nation just one point off Hungary, who occupy the playoffs in second place.
As a result, Johnston will be looking to continue his form as they take on Portugal and Hungary over the next two weeks.
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