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The week ahead: Wolfsburg, West Ham and Everton

There is Premier League International Cup, Premier League and Barclays FA Women’s Super League action coming up in the next seven days.

By James Hilsum • 27 January 2020

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The London Stadium.

It all begins with a visit from the German side to the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre tonight.

Monday 27th January: Albion under-23s v Wolfsburg, kick-off 7pm

Simon Rusk’s team conclude their Premier League International Cup campaign with a match against Wolfsburg in Lancing.

A goalless draw with Valencia and a 3-2 defeat to West Ham United means that Albion can no longer qualify for the knockout stages of the competition, but Rusk’s side will be looking to end the competition on a high.

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U23 highlights: Albion 0 Valencia 0

The stakes are greater for Wolfsburg, who need a point to guarantee top spot in the group.

Tickets for the match can be bought in advance now, and are priced at £5 for adults and £2 for over-65s and under-18s. Click here for more information.

Saturday 1st February: West Ham United v Albion, kick-off 3pm

Graham Potter’s men return to Premier League action on Saturday with a match against the Hammers at the London Stadium.

Just two points and two places separate the sides in the table, with Albion sitting 15th and West Ham lying in 17th respectively.

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Extended highlights: Bournemouth 3 Albion 1

The Seagulls were beaten 3-1 by AFC Bournemouth last time out, and will be hoping to make amends for that result when they travel to east London.

The club has sold out its allocation for this match.

Sunday 2nd February: Albion v Everton, kick-off 2pm

Hope Powell’s team are back in FAWSL action when they host Everton at The People’s Pension Stadium on Sunday.

Albion head into the game on a high after overcoming Aston Villa in a Women’s FA Cup tie on Sunday, thanks to Ini Umotong’s penalty and a goal each from Amanda Nilden and Aileen Whelan.

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Ini Umotong celebrates with her team-mates after scoring against Aston Villa.

Everton go into the match sitting fifth in the table, while Powell’s team are in ninth, three points above bottom club Bristol City.

Advance prices for the game are set at £4 for adults and £2 for over-65s and under-18s., while free coach travel is also available. Click here for more information.