QPR 3-1 West Brom: Burrell Shines as Hoops End Baggies’ Away Day Blues

Match Overview: A Crucial Mid-Table Clash

In-form striker Rumarn Burrell scored twice as QPR beat West Brom 3-1 to condemn the Baggies to a sixth consecutive away defeat in the Championship. The match at Loftus Road on Saturday, 6th December 2025, proved to be a pivotal encounter between two sides sitting level on 25 points each after 18 matches before kick-off.

The victory represented an important result for QPR, who were looking to build momentum under manager Julien Stephan. Both teams entered the contest with hopes of climbing towards the playoff positions, making this fixture crucial for their respective season ambitions.

How the Match Unfolded

The visitors gifted QPR the opener to Varane on the stroke of half-time after an even first period desperately low on quality and entertainment. Skipper Alex Mowatt was caught on the ball on the edge of his own box – much like the Ipswich winner at Portman Road in October – for the Rs’ second to all-but confirm the points. West Brom did pull one back through Heggebo with 16 minutes left. He was second-favourite from Styles’ cross from the left but muscled his defender out the way to loop a header up and over Nardi towards the far post. It dropped in off the post.

However, Burrell netted a soft second for his side’s third in the closing stages, sealing a comprehensive victory for the hosts and extending West Brom’s miserable run away from home.

Implications for Both Sides

The momentum Mason craved is non-existent as the Baggies slip back down to 16th in the Championship, with the season seemingly headed nowhere. For West Brom manager Ryan Mason, the defeat piles further pressure on his position, with Albion falling to a sixth consecutive away defeat after an error-ridden 3-1 defeat in the capital to QPR.

The result highlights the contrasting fortunes of both clubs in their respective home and away form. QPR will be pleased with securing three points that keeps them in touch with the playoff positions, whilst West Brom must address their alarming away form if they harbour any promotion ambitions this season. The match served as a reminder of the competitive nature of the Championship, where defensive errors can prove decisive and momentum is difficult to maintain.