It's their first Premier League game of the season, and both the Baggies and Cherries will be eager to build upon their impressive campaigns last term with a win against a potential mid-table rival.
Tony Pulis' solid outfit, as always, will be most focused on upholding their excellent defensive record, but will also be very keen to show their critics that they are also capable of playing exciting football as much as the rest of the league.
Eddie Howe's Bournemouth on the other hand will be aiming for nearly the opposite, having come under fire previously for shipping too many goals, they will be looking to balance their attractive game with a West Brom style display at the back.