Albion league debut a special occasion - Wildsmith

West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Joe Wildsmith

West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Joe Wildsmith says he enjoyed making his league debut in the dramatic 2-1 win over Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday.

Former number one Alex Palmer left to join Ipswich Town on transfer deadline day, meaning Wildsmith, who signed for the Baggies in the summer, took his place between the sticks.

Wildsmith, 29, came up through the Owls academy and made 66 appearances between 2015 and 2022 before moving to Derby County, where he spent two seasons and played 97 times.

"The occasion that got presented to me coming in was something really special," Wildsmith told BBC Radio WM.

"Obviously playing against my boyhood club, playing my first game for West Brom at The Hawthorns in the league.

"It was, first and foremost, great to play in front of the fanbase, it was rocking. The atmosphere was absolutely brilliant.

"And then to get the win the way we did at the end, you couldn't write it. The overall feeling in the dressing room is one of real pleasure. It's been a whirlwind week but it's ended in a great result.

"I've been working hard all season and been ready for that opportunity if it was going to come. I hope I've done enough to keep my place."

Albion boss Tony Mowbray said: "I always say with goalies, I try not to build them up too much because that's what he's in the goal for, to save the ball, stop it going in your net.

"I would say I was more pleased with him coming and taking the cross right at the death. So dominant and clean hands. His handling and steadiness was what was good."

Listen to Joe Wildsmith's interview with BBC Radio WM on BBC Sounds.