Why Jayson Molumby was called unbelievable for Republic of Ireland as West Brom star features vs Kosovo
Jayson Molumby was once again in the heart of the action as the Republic of Ireland took on Kosovo.
The West Brom midfielder started for his country as the UEFA Nations League got underway.
James Morrison will be watching closely over the extended international break, with more chance for injuries.
With four games for most, the Baggies will have their fingers crossed.
It's been a positive start to the Championship season for Molumby and West Brom, who sit fifth after eight games.
That trend continued on a personal note for Molumby on Thursday.
Why was Jayson Molumby heroic for Ireland?
Known for his combative style in midfield, the action rarely passes by the Albion enforcer.
Sometimes that can go past the line, but in Kosovo, he was perfect.
Towards the end of the first half, Vedat Muriqi saw his effort go past Caoimhin Kelleher and was almost celebrating.
But, Molumby somehow got back to clear it off the line, sparing the blushes of his defence after mistakes by Jake O'Brien.
Speaking via BBC Sport, Stephen Kelly said: "It's unbelievable from Molumby to get back and clear it off the line. It's a wonderful clearance."
The Republic of Ireland would go on to lose 1-0, but it would have been worse if not for the West Brom star.
How did Jayson Molumby almost leave West Brom?
Despite his good start to the season on all fronts, it could have looked so much different at The Hawthorns.
Molumby was strongly linked with a move to Wrexham at one stage, though that never materialised for any party.
West Brom were busy with their transfers in midfield, too.
Alex Mowatt was another who did end up leaving, with Rabby Nzingoula, Toby Collyer and Felix Horn Myhre all signing.
Despite that, the minutes have been shared somewhat, with nobody missing out too much.
Molumby has been an ever-present, featuring in all eight Championship games and starting six of them.
The Irishman was one of few positives in that defeat at Molinuex, with this young squad clearly being given a lesson there.
Molumby will make sure they all bounce back though, and West Brom will become stronger because of it.