Chris Hall

Albion Analysis

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Chris Hall and Pete from Albion Analytics take an in-depth look at the data behind West Bromwich Albion's performances, as well as using their own experiences and knowledge to analyse what is going on at the club. This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Albion Analysis. The views in this Podcast are not necessarily the views of talkSPORT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Chris Hall

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Sports

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

Albion Analysis on A Win For Albion & Action For Albion 02.11.2022

Chris & Pete discuss a night of protests against Albion's ownership but also a night of success on the pitch as the Baggies registered only their third win of the season against Blackpool. The pair analyse the impact Carlos Corberan is having on the pitch and discuss Albion's top performers from that victory. To discuss anything talked about on this pod why not tweet us @AlbionAnalys...

Albion Analysis on Sheff U (h): Good luck Carlos, you're going to need it! 29.10.2022

After another abject display, we pick the bones out of the defeat to Sheffield United. Chris & Pete discuss the rumours of Albion applying for a sizeable loan and they also give their thoughts on the fan action groups. To discuss anything on this podcast, tweet us @AlbionAnalysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Albion Analysis: We are REALLY scared for our club 24.10.2022

With rumours swirling around the financial state of the club, Chris & Pete give their thoughts on what might happen next. They also address the manager hunt as Carlos Corberan becomes the front-runner for the job. If you want to discuss anything from this pod feel free to tweet us @AlbionAnalysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Albion Analysis on Reading (a): A Win At Last! 16.10.2022

Chris & Pete give their thoughts on the victory over Reading. They assess the key performances of TGH, Alex Palmer, Jake Livermore, Matt Phillips and Martin Kelly. Richard Beale's huge contribution to the win is discussed and they also chat about the latest rumours regarding the manager hunt as Steven Schumacher becomes the new bookies' favourite. If you want to discuss anything on t...

Albion Analysis On The Hunt For A New Manager 11.10.2022

In a special extra pod, Pete and Chris look at the candidates to succeed Steve Bruce and offer their opinion on who they'd want. They also give their thoughts on a very revealing article by Elias Burke in The Athletic which lifted the lid on goings-on behind the scenes at The Hawthorns. To chat about anything in this week's pod, tweet us @AlbionAnalysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Albion Analysis on Luton (h): How bad must things get before Gourlay acts? 09.10.2022

It's now one win in 13 games so Chris & Pete ask the obvious question; how (at time of recording) is Steve Bruce still in a job? They consider Ron Gourlay's motivations and ask whether he has the club's best interests at heart. Also, the guys give their thoughts on a difficult week for Bruce in the media and on social media. If you want to talk about anything discussed on the po...

Albion Analysis on Swansea (h): The Worst Keeper In The League! 02.10.2022

After another awful display against Swansea, Chris & Pete run the numbers on David Button's season and they aren't pretty! They question why Bruce is still picking him and also ask what the future holds for the Baggies manager following another home defeat. The duo also takes a look at the recent reports regarding the running of the club and some of its financial dealings. Hosted on...

Albion Analysis on Norwich (a): A Monstrous Month Ahead 19.09.2022

Chris & Pete look back on the draw with Norwich and assess how Steve Bruce altered his team and tactics to take on one of the division's top sides. They also look ahead to a run of 8 games between 1 Oct & 1 Nov which will test Albion's thin squad to its limits. If you want to talk about anything from the podcast message us on Twitter @AlbionAnalysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Albion Analysis on Blues (h): The Button & Bartley Debacle 15.09.2022

Chris & Pete look back on a dreadful night in the derby with Blues. They consider the performances of Button & Bartley as well as Bruce's defensive tactics. We are also joined later in the pod by The Bear Pit's Elliot Yates who will give us the Stoke perspective on new signing Erik Pieters. To discuss anything on the pod tweet us @AlbionAnalysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Albion Analysis on the Deadline Day Mess 05.09.2022

Chris & Pete look back on a crazy week at the Baggies. They try to figure out exactly what went wrong on transfer deadline day and who is to blame. They ask whether Ron Gourlay has permanently damaged his relationship with the supporters. The duo also delve into the list of free agents and tell us who they believe Albion should be targetting. If you want to discuss anything from the pod why no...

Albion Analysis on Huddersfield (a): A Week That Could Define Our Season 28.08.2022

Pete & Chris reflect on a promising draw away at Huddersfield and admit that the opening six games of the season have made them both change their mind about Steve Bruce. They also look ahead to a big week for the club off the field as the transfer window draws to an end. If you want to talk to us about anything discussed on the pod why not tweet us @AlbionAnalysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Albion Analysis: Hull (h) - Do We Have The Best Player In The League? 22.08.2022

Chris & Pete reflect on the Hull and Cardiff home games and ask, is Grady Diangana the best player in the league on his day? They also consider, despite the contrasting results, if there was much difference between the two performances. The duo also strike back against some of the abuse leveled at skipper Jake Livermore on social media. To react to anything on the pod tweet us @AlbionAnalysis....

Albion Analysis on Blackburn (a): Lai is selling us short! 16.08.2022

Chris and Pete reflect on the defeat to Blackburn but also delve deeper into why the team is not on the right side of the fine margins at the moment. They consider the finishing, the goalkeeper but also the large sums of money still owed to the club by the owner. To discuss anything spoken about on this pod, tweet us @AlbionAnalysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Albion Analysis Watford (h): A Watershed Moment? 10.08.2022

After an extremely positive display in the 1-1 draw with Watford, Pete & Chris give their thoughts on what they saw. They talk about Steve Bruce's tactical approach to the match, heap praise on the likes of Wallace & Molumby and discuss the change in atmosphere at The Hawthorns. Also, following confirmation of Dike's injury, there is more chat around potential reinforcements at s...

Albion Analysis on Boro (a): A game of two halves 01.08.2022

Chris & Pete assess the opening game of Albion's season as the Baggies drew 1-1 away at Middlesbrough. They discuss Steve Bruce's team selection, the qualities of Wallace & Swift and express concerns over Button's distribution. If you want to discuss anything from this pod then why not tweet us @AlbionAnalysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Albion Analysis 22/23 Season Preview 26.07.2022

Chris & Pete look ahead to the start of the 22/23 season and give their verdict on how ready this Albion squad is for the challenge ahead. They also analyse the Baggies' opening day opponents Middlesbrough, give their thoughts on who the major challengers will be in this season's Championship and give some quick-fire predictions. Follow us on Twitter @AlbionAnalysis to chat about any...

Albion Analysis: An Okay Episode 19.07.2022

Chris & Pete return to discuss Albion's latest summer signing - Okay Yokuslu. They also go in-depth on Albion's striker targets and say who they'd sign out of Grabban, Gayle, Armstrong and Archer. If you want to discuss anything from the pod, tweet us @AlbionAnalysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Albion Analysis On Jed Wallace 27.06.2022

Pete and Chris are joined by Millwall fan Jim to hear what the Baggies can expect from new signing Jed Wallace. Pete and Chris then give their thoughts on some of the rumoured signings such as Choudhury and Lawrence and say whether they think they would be good acquisitions. The duo also give their view on who they would now like to see moved on from The Hawthorns amid rumours there will be no mor...

Albion Analysis Meets Paul Scharner 05.06.2022

One of the most forthright interviews on Albion you'll hear. Paul Scharner talks about his time at the Baggies, goals against Aston Villa, and tells us he wanted the club to be more ambitious at the time. He also gives his thoughts on the current crop, offers his opinion on why it went so wrong last season, and also discusses the Sporting Director structure and why he thinks it's so impo...

Albion Analysis On John Swift 29.05.2022

Swift by name, Swift by nature. A shorter but still comprehensive podcast looking at our new signing John Swift and the qualities he brings. We are joined by Reading fan Jacob Hawley who tells us why Swift was so adored by the Royals' fans. Tweet us about anything we discuss on the pod @AlbionAnalysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Albion Analysis Meets: Jimmy Shan (Part Two) 23.05.2022

In part two, Jimmy talks about the 18/19 season and his 12 games in charge of the Baggies. He discusses the uncertainty that surrounded the managerial situation at the club, how he found out he was getting the job and those two legs against Villa. Want to discuss anything we talk about on the pod. Why not tweet us @AlbionAnalysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Albion Analysis Meets: Jimmy Shan (Part One) 16.05.2022

In our first-ever Albion Analysis Meets we speak to former Baggies boss Jimmy Shan. In part one we talk about his time with the Albion youth setup, and how that youth team produced so many good players.  Jimmy also gives us an insight into the mentality of current Baggies Taylor Gardner-Hickman and Alex Palmer. Stay tuned for part two next week when Jimmy will discuss the 18/19 season and his 12 g...

Albion Analysis: Defenders Special 10.05.2022

It's the turn of the defenders as Chris & Pete continue their assessment of our playing squad. Who should stay? Who should go? Clarke or Lenihan? Were we crazy to give Kean Bryan a contract until 2023? All questions which will be tackled with the same ferocity as Dara O'Shea goes in for a 50/50! Any comments or questions, feel free to tweet us: @AlbionAnalysis Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Albion Analysis: Midfielders Special 03.05.2022

This week it's the turn of the midfielders to be put under the microscope. However, Pete & Chris don't just assess our existing squad but also look at some of the free agents the Baggies have been linked with. Would Rothwell, Swift or Wallace be good signings? Find out what the guys think in this week's Albion Analysis. If you want to chat about anything we discuss in the pod, y...

Albion Analysis: Attackers Special 26.04.2022

Chris & Pete analyse Albion's existing forward options and determine who should stay and who should go ahead of next season. They also debate whether Ken Zohore is the worst signing in Albion's history... Have your say on everything the guys chat about on the pod via our Twitter @AlbionAnalysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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