Welcome to The Hawthorns Debate Club – A West Brom Podcast with Jamie Clay, Joe Clay, Alex Collins, Tom Goffe and Zac Collins.

After a 2-1 victory against Oxford, Albion have earned three points, but the bigger questions remain. Is this win a sign of a fresh start, or just papering over the cracks against weaker opposition? In this episode, the conversation zeroes in on one man— Ryan Mason.

We debate whether Mason is truly up for the job, analyzing his in-game management, tactical decisions, and ability to steady a squad that has swung wildly between moments of promise and frustration. Is he the right manager to guide Albion through the season, or is it time to start looking for a change? Fans’ patience is being tested, and we leave no stone unturned in discussing the future of the club’s leadership.

Alongside the managerial debate, we also reflect on Albion’s performance against Oxford, what went well, and where the cracks remain — both on the pitch and in confidence.

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