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Rotherham vs West Brom preview: Team news, expected line-ups and how to watch

Declan Carr

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West Brom return to competitive action when they face Rotherham on Saturday.

The Baggies have made seven new additions this summer, with the likes of Barney Stewart, Jimmy-Jay Morgan and Felix Horn Myrhe joining the B71 club.

They face the Millers in the first round of the Carabao Cup on 8 August at the New York Stadium.

The Hawthorns outfit will be keen to start their campaign on a positive note, and secure progress to the next stage.

They will be keen to put last season behind them as they were embroiled in a brutal relegation battle.

West Brom News looks at everything supporters need to know ahead of the contest.

How did both sides perform in pre-season?

West Brom were perfect in pre-season and will be hoping to follow suit as the actual action starts.

Albion started their pre-season with a 3-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday, before a 4-1 victory over Bromley.

They then secured the same scoreline against Shrewsbury and finished it off with a 2-0 win over Peterborough United.

Their opposition in their first competitive fixture had a mixed pre-season with three wins, three draws and one loss.

They defeated Parkgate, Alfreton and Darlington, drew with Emley, Matlock and Derby, with a defeat to Sheffield United

West Brom boss James Morrison and Rotherham badge in inset
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What is the latest team news for Rotherham vs West Brom

The visitors could call on Matt Ingram between the sticks, with Nolan Galves, Barney Stewart or Jimmy Jay-Morgan and also potentially being handed debuts.

New signing Felix Horn Myhre could feature, but it depends on international clearance and how he adapts to training.

Academy prospects like Ollie Bostock and Harry Whitwell could be handed the chance to shine in South Yorkshire.

Mikey Johnston started on the bench against Peterborough and that could happen again in the cup clash.

The hosts could welcome new addition Paul Mullin into their side, while Alex Bruce could also hand a debuts to Ewan Otoo and Kieran Ngwenya.

Expected line-ups for Rotherham vs West Brom

Rotherham: Cann; Otoo, Cover, Adegboyega, Rafferty; Jellis, Nemane, Hall, Buyabu; Spence, Mullin

West Brom: Ingram; Galves, Bielik, Mepham, Townsend; Molumby, Diakite, Bostock, Whitwell; Stewart, Morgan

How to watch Rotherham vs West Brom

The clash between the Championship side and the League Two outfit is set to be aired live on Sky Sports+.

Supporters can also watch it on Now TV and the Sky Sports app, with a 17:30 pm kick off time.

Fans who can't watch should be able to listen along on BBC Radio WM.

Prediction: Rotherham 0-2 West Brom

Given the gulf in divisions between the sides, the Baggies should have enough quality to get through.

The team which Morrison will likely put out is still strong and they will want to start off on the best possible note.

A 2-0 victory would be just the tonic that the Throstles need.

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