English U21 Premier League: West Bromwich U21 4-0 Birmingham U21. West Bromwich Albion's under-21 side ran riot in a local derby, thrashing their Birmingham City counterparts 4-0 in a one-sided affair. The Baggies were relentless from the outset, scoring twice in the opening twenty minutes to effectively kill the contest early. Birmingham U21 never recovered, and West Brom added two more in the second half to complete the rout. The performance was a statement of intent from West Brom's youth team, highlighting their attacking verve and cohesive pressing. For Birmingham, it was a day to forget, as defensive errors were punished ruthlessly. The result provides a significant morale boost for the West Brom academy and puts them in a strong position in the league table.