West Brom 3 Luton 2 - Player Ratings
Joe Masi gives his ratings following the win over Luton.
Sam Johnstone
Showed his quality with an outstanding save to deny Admiral Muskwe. Overall Johnstone did well sweeping up behind Albion’s high-line – something he is going to have to get used to. Looked visibly upset following his collision with Jordan Clark.
Class act 8
Matt Clarke
An impressive debut from the Brighton loanee who was composed defensively but also a real threat at the other end. Albion’s defence was not the same after he was subbed.
Debut star 8
Kyle Bartley
Largely solid but Bartley will be disappointed with his role in Luton’s second. Nous and leadership in the last five minutes to help Albion get over the line.
Smart 7
Dara o’Shea
The 22-year-old is strong in the air, times his challenges well and always gives you 100 per cent. He’s everything you want in a centre-back.
Huge future 7
Darnell furlong
Albion’s most dangerous player first half, Furlong was brilliant down the right. His energy, long throws and eagerness to get forward caused Luton all sorts of problems.
Energetic 8
Jake Livermore
Everywhere for an hour, Livermore led Albion’s press but – crucially – read the game and spot the danger when Luton looked to break. Understandably looked tired late on.
Intelligent 7
Alex Mowatt
His set-piece delivery was outstanding. Mowatt also nipped in to win the ball for Grant’s goal. Most importantly, he never stopped running – even in the closing stages when some of his team mates looked exhausted. Integral to this team.
Relentless 8
Conor Townsend
It was an error from Townsend that led to Luton’s first goal. The wing-back also didn’t provide the attacking threat Albion fans know he can.
Quiet 5
Grady Diangana
The winger looked lively but, overall, the end product was missing from his game.
Lacked spark 6
Karlan Grant
Misssed a glorious opportunity to tee up Callum Robinson for a tap-in during the first-half, Grant made up for it though by scoring after the interval.
Vital goal 7
Callum Robinson
Caused Luton’s defence problems all afternoon. Deserved his goal – his second in two games.
Impressive 7
Subs
Matt Phillips (for Grant 71) 6, Kenneth Zohore for (for Robinson 71) 3, Semi Ajayi (for Clarke 84) 5
