West Bromwich Albion have made a smart move by giving James Morrison the head coach role on a permanent basis, handing him a two-year contract after he masterfully guided the club to Championship safety. The 39-year-old former Baggies midfielder, who already knows the club inside out, stepped up as interim boss in late February following Eric Ramsay's sacking, and he was trusted to lead the team through the season's final stretch just a week later.

What a turnaround it's been under Morrison. The Baggies were revitalized, winning four, drawing six, and losing only once—that first tough match against Oxford United. At one point, they slipped into the relegation zone, but Morrison's steady hand helped them climb clear with a crucial win over Watford. However, a two-point penalty for financial rule breaches kept the pressure on, meaning relegation was still a real threat with just two games left. But the team showed real grit, securing their Championship status with a hard-fought point at home against Ipswich Town in their final match.

"I'm honoured and humbled to have been appointed as head coach of this great football club," Morrison said. "The togetherness we have displayed in recent months—as players, staff, directors, and fans—shows the enormous power of the Albion when it's focused on a collective goal."

For West Brom fans, this is a moment to celebrate. Morrison's leadership has brought stability and spirit back to the Hawthorns, and with a full preseason ahead, the Baggies can look forward to building on this momentum. Whether you're gearing up for the next match or just love the club's fighting spirit, now's the time to show your support in style.