George Campbell targets USMNT chance amid West Brom's Championship push

West Brom captain George Campbell is embracing a fresh start with the USMNT, offering a lift as the Baggies target promotion from fifth place in the Championship.

1 Oct 2026

Updated 16 Oct 2026 By Theo Hartley · senior correspondent

West Bromwich Albion captain George Campbell is targeting a fresh start with the United States men's national team as his club pursues a Championship promotion push. The defender is looking to put a challenging first season in England and World Cup disappointment behind him.

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Championship campaign context

His renewed focus comes at a key moment for West Brom, who currently sit fifth in the Championship table with 14 points from eight games. Their recent form of two wins, two draws, and one loss from the last five matches shows a team finding its feet after a demanding early schedule. The club handled a run of fixtures against Wolves, QPR, Derby, and Charlton in quick succession, with a narrow loss to Wolves followed by a draw with QPR highlighting the fine margins in the division.

Looking ahead

The immediate focus now shifts to a West Midlands derby. West Brom's next test is a home fixture against Birmingham on 10 October, a match that always carries extra significance. Campbell's leadership and potential international resurgence could be key as the Baggies aim to solidify their top-six position. The squad will be looking to build on their current position and push towards the automatic promotion places as the season progresses.