Vela ensures Hodgson makes unbeaten start

20 February 2011 15:00
Substitute Carlos Vela rescued a point for West Brom with an injury-time equaliser as the Black Country derby with Wolves at the Hawthorns ended 1-1. On loan Tottenham striker Jamie O'Hara's stunning 25-yard strike looked to have settled the game in the first half. But, with seconds remaining, Wolves keeper Wayne Hennessey spilled James Morrison's shot and Vela, who is on loan from Arsenal, converted the rebound. Wolves had been the dominant force in the opening 45 minutes as they made the most of their numerical advantage in midfield. O'Hara looked sharp and on his current form Wolves boss Mick McCarthy looks certain to take up the option to make the move from White Hart Lane permanent in the summer. Matt Jarvis also caused problems down the left flank while Kevin Doyle was his usual threat as the lone striker. It was a different story after the break as Wolves dropped deeper and Paul Scharner started to exert his influence in midfield.

Source: PA