Late Baros winner gives Robson spot of bother

West Brom 1 Aston Villa 2

Robson was upset Villa midfielder Gareth Barry was allowed to take a quick free-kick with 12 minutes remaining after blocking attempts by his own side to employ the same tactic throughout the 90 minutes.

Barry’s curling effort was handled by Steve Watson and Baros made no mistake from 12 yards to complete an unbeaten festive period for David O’Leary’s side.