Norwich vs West Brom Predictions
FA Cup · England
Norwich
Full Time
3 - 1
AI predicted 2 - 0
West Brom
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
@ 4.1(+14% edge)
Match Result
7.8/10Norwich Power Past West Brom with Late Surge in FA Cup Thriller
Norwich City booked their place in the next round of the FA Cup with a commanding 3-1 victory over West Bromwich Albion at Carrow Road. The Canaries dominated the contest, racking up 21 shots and 54% possession, but were made to work hard after West Brom briefly threatened a comeback in the second half. After taking a deserved lead in the 31st minute, Norwich's grip on the tie was tested when West Brom equalised just past the hour mark. However, the hosts responded with a late flurry—striking twice in the final ten minutes to seal a deserved win. Both sides finished with three yellow cards apiece in a competitive, high-tempo encounter.
💪 AI Prediction Report
DECENT HITPredicted
2 - 0
Actual
3 - 1
💰 Bet Results1/2 hit
Key Moments
31' — Goal
Norwich open the scoring after sustained pressure, capitalising on their early dominance.
68' — Goal
West Brom equalise, punishing Norwich for a rare defensive lapse and briefly swinging the momentum.
82' — Goal
Norwich restore their lead with a well-worked move, breaking West Brom's resistance.
90' — Goal
Norwich seal the win with a third goal in stoppage time, capping a dominant display.
Various' — Yellow Cards
Both sides pick up three yellow cards each in a fiercely contested match.
Norwich
Norwich delivered a vibrant attacking display, creating a barrage of chances and keeping West Brom's defence under constant pressure. Their 21 shots and 12 corners reflected their dominance, and they showed resilience to regain control after conceding an equaliser. The late goals were a testament to their persistence and tactical flexibility. Defensively, Norwich were largely untroubled, conceding just 7 shots and matching West Brom's physicality in midfield. Their ability to maintain attacking impetus deep into the match proved decisive.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
West Brom
West Brom showed grit and organisation, particularly in the first half as they absorbed pressure and looked to hit on the break. Their equaliser in the 68th minute briefly shifted the momentum, but they struggled to cope with Norwich's late surge and eventually succumbed to the relentless pressure. Despite limited possession (46%) and only 7 shots, West Brom made the most of their opportunities, with 5 shots on target. However, their inability to contain Norwich's wide play and set pieces ultimately proved costly.
Key Players
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Weaknesses
Tactical Analysis
Norwich set up in a 4-2-3-1, using their double pivot to control midfield and allow their attacking trio to roam and create. Their wide play and set-piece routines were a constant menace, as evidenced by their 12 corners. The Canaries pressed high and recycled possession efficiently, pinning West Brom back for long spells. West Brom opted for a 4-4-2, focusing on compactness and quick transitions. While this offered some threat on the break, it left them vulnerable to Norwich's overloads in wide areas. As Norwich pushed for a winner, West Brom struggled to adjust, and their defensive shape was eventually breached late on.
Turning Point
Norwich's second goal in the 82nd minute, which broke the deadlock and sapped West Brom's resistance, proved decisive.
Man of the Match
Oscar Schwartau
Pulled the strings in midfield, creating chances and driving Norwich's attacking play throughout the match.
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Expected goals · model says 1.45
Expected goals · model says 0.70
Over 2.5 Goals
36%
BTTS: Yes
39%
Likely Scores
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Match Result: Norwich Win@ 1.6
Norwich are in strong form (WWLWW), have a recent 5-0 away win over West Brom, and are scoring well while conceding few. West Brom have failed to score in 4 of their last 5 and average only 0.2 goals per game in that stretch.
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Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5@ 4.1
Norwich have averaged 2.4 goals scored per game in their last 5 and have a 100% over 2.5 goals record in the cup. The price offers value, though West Brom's attack is weak.
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BTTS: No@ 1.18
West Brom have failed to score in 4 of their last 5, Norwich have kept 3 clean sheets in that span, and the H2H suggests low BTTS probability.
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The Case For This Norwich vs West Brom Prediction
Norwich come into this FA Cup tie in excellent form, having won 4 of their last 5 matches and recently thrashing West Brom 5-0 away. Their attack is firing, averaging 2.4 goals per game in the last 5, while their defense has been solid, conceding just 0.4 per game. West Brom, by contrast, are struggling badly in front of goal, failing to score in 4 of their last 5 and averaging just 0.2 goals per game. The H2H record is fairly balanced over the long term, but the most recent meeting was a heavy Norwich win. With no major injuries and a strong home advantage, Norwich are deserved favorites and look likely to progress.
Key Factors at a Glance
Defence
- →Norwich's last 5: 4 wins, 3 clean sheets, 2.4 goals scored/game
- →Norwich's home attack vs West Brom's weak away defense
Injuries & Team News
- →No significant injuries for either side
Match Context
- →Norwich's recent 5-0 away win at West Brom
- →West Brom: failed to score in 4 of last 5, only 0.2 goals/game
- →Recent H2H strongly favors Norwich
🚩 Norwich vs West Brom Corners Prediction
low confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 4.6 corners for Norwich and 4.3 for West Brom, for an expected total of 8.9. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (61%). Over 8.5: 52% · Over 10.5: 28%.
How Norwich and West Brom Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Norwich vs West Brom Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.
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Norwich vs West Brom — Last 3 Matches
Strengths
- +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
- +Both teams scoring in most recent games
- +Over 2.5 goals in 100% of games this season
Concerns
- −No clean sheets in last 5 matches
Strengths
- +Defensively solid — 0.0 conceded/game
- +5 clean sheets in last 5 matches
What History Says: Norwich vs West Brom
Norwich vs West Brom Head-to-Head History
Last 10 meetings between these sides
4
Norwich wins
3
Draws
3
West Brom wins
Things to Watch: Norwich vs West Brom
- ⚠️Limited season record data for both teams in the cup
- ⚠️Some missing match stats for several recent games
- ⚠️FA Cup knockout format can produce unpredictable outcomes
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How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Norwich vs West Brom: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
Last updated: 13 February 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.