Why are West Bromwich Albion called the Baggies? January 3, 2021 Just why are West Bromwich Albion called the Baggies? There are a lot of theory’s behind this question. Villa fans calling Albion fans Baggies…
Is it true? Are the history books correct? December 29, 2020 Long before the West Bromwich Albion where associated with the name the Throstles. The inhabitants of West Bromwich were traditionally known as “throstles” going…
1985-86: The season Albion’s fans would like to forget September 10, 2020 In 1985-86 some supporters never saw West Bromwich Albion win a match. Others were so dissatisfied after the first two months of the season…
Stoney Lane – 1885 – 1900 September 2, 2020 The move from The Four Acres to Stoney Lane came from a need to move to more spacious accommodation due to the growing popularity…
The Four Acres – 1882 – 1885 September 2, 2020 In September 1882 move to more comfortable surroundings was made when an invitation from Dartmouth Cricket Club was taken up by the committee. The…
Bunn’s Field – 1881 – 1882 September 2, 2020 Albion’s first enclosed ground was at Bunn’s Field in Walsall Street, now Alfred Street, which is near to the Police Station in West Bromwich….
Dartmouth Park 1880 – 1881 September 2, 2020 8 games were recorded at Dartmouth Park, 5 wins, 1 draw and 2 games with no score. Billy Bisker scored three goals in a…
Coopers Hill 1878 – 1879 September 2, 2020 West Bromwich Strollers (later Albion) contested their earliest kick abouts at the field at Coopers Hill between Walsall Street and Beeches Road now…
The History – How it all began September 2, 2020 It is possible that an organisation of football players existed in London between 1421 and 1423, but the game as we know it today…
