Match report
Swansea Defeats West Brom 2–1 in Premier League Clash
Swansea
2–1
FT
West Brom
May 21, 2017
Swansea made a significant statement in the Premier League by securing a 2–1 victory over West Brom at the Liberty Stadium. Despite falling behind to a goal by J. Evans, Swansea showcased resilience and tactical acumen to turn the game around with crucial goals from Jordan Ayew and Llorente. The victory solidifies Swansea's position in the league and dampens West Brom's hopes of a strong finish.
Key Facts
- • Swansea 2–1 West Brom
- • J. Evans (33') scored the first goal for West Brom
- • Jordan Ayew (72') equalized for Swansea
- • Llorente (86') secured the victory for Swansea
- • Marc Wilson (51') received a yellow card for West Brom
- • F. Fernández (90') received a yellow card for Swansea
Lineups
Swansea
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 13 K. Nordfeldt (G)
- 16 Martin Olsson (D)
- 26 K. Naughton (D)
- 33 F. Fernández (D)
- 6 A. Mawson (D)
- 8 L. Fer (M)
- 7 L. Britton (M)
- 23 G. Sigurðsson (F)
- 42 T. Carroll (M)
- 9 Llorente (F)
- 3 J. Ayew (F)
Substitutes
- 28 L. Narsingh
- 4 Sung-Yeung Ki
- 35 S. Kingsley
- 2 Jordi Amat
- 24 J. Cork
- 25 G. Tremmel
- 62 O. McBurnie
West Brom
Formation: 3-5-1-1
Starting XI
- 1 B. Foster (G)
- 6 J. Evans (D)
- 12 M. Wilson (D)
- 2 A. Nyom (M)
- 25 C. Dawson (D)
- 7 J. Morrison (F)
- 24 D. Fletcher (M)
- 5 C. Yacob (M)
- 11 C. Brunt (M)
- 8 J. Livermore (M)
- 9 S. Rondón (F)
Substitutes
- 14 J. McClean
- 4 H. Robson-Kanu
- 45 J. Leko
- 13 G. Myhill
- 22 N. Chadli
- 47 S. Field
- 49 K. Wilson
Timeline
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33' West Brom Goal · Normal GoalJ. Evans · Assist: D. Fletcher -
51' West Brom Card · Yellow CardMarc Wilson -
66' Swansea subst · Substitution 1Off: Leon Britton · On: L. Narsingh -
72' Swansea Goal · Normal GoalJordan Ayew · Assist: Llorente -
79' West Brom subst · Substitution 1Off: Jake Livermore · On: J. McClean -
81' Swansea subst · Substitution 2Off: Leroy Fer · On: Sung-Yong Ki -
84' West Brom subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Morrison · On: H. Robson-Kanu -
86' Swansea Goal · Normal GoalLlorente · Assist: L. Narsingh -
90'+1 West Brom subst · Substitution 3Off: Marc Wilson · On: J. Leko -
90' Swansea Card · Yellow CardF. Fernández
Match Stats
| Stat | Swansea | West Brom |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 8 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 87% | 79% |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 16 |
| Corners | 7 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 589 | 316 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 5 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 6 |
| Possession | 65% | 35% |
| Accurate Passes | 510 | 251 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 10 |
| Saves | 4 | 0 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 6 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Jordan Ayew's equalizing goal at 72' shifted momentum back to Swansea, providing a crucial boost in the match
- ▸ Llorente's decisive goal in the 86' sealed Swansea's victory and dashed West Brom's hopes of securing a point