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West Brom admit player bust-up in aftermath of Cardiff draw
WEST BROM have played down the severity of the player bust-up that took place in the aftermath of their 3-3 draw against Cardiff.
Tempers flared after the Bluebirds snatched a last-gasp equaliser courtesy of Mats Daelhi.
It was reported that Saido Berahino was involved in an ugly exchange with team-mates in the dressing room and suffered a head injury after he was blamed for conceding possession in the run-up to the equaliser.
But West Brom claim 'tensions were running high' and that the incident had been 'sensationalised' by the media.
"Tensions were understandably running high in the dressing room, but the incident has been sensationalised in the media," said a club spokesman.
What happened is not uncommon in a dressing room and shows that the players care
"What happened is not uncommon in a dressing room and shows that the players care.
"The players involved have apologised. The club has drawn a line under the matter and is now fully focusing on Saturday's important game at Norwich."
West Brom failed to allay their relegation fears and they are currently just three points clear of the drop zone.
The Baggies face a tough run-in which include home fixtures against Tottenham and West Ham and trips to Manchester City and Arsenal.