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Slaven salutes derby-day success

Slaven Biliu0107 hailed his Albion side after they twice came from behind to secure a thrilling 3-2 derby victory against Birmingham at St Andrew's.

Substitute Charlie Austin bagged a late brace, within 11 minutes of stepping off the bench, to secure local bragging rights over Albion's midlands neighbours.

Grady Diangana's fifth goal of the season quickly cancelled out Lukas Jutkiewicz's third-minute header, only for Harlee Dean to restore Blues' advantage just minutes after the interval.

However, super-sub Austin made the difference with a fantastic first-time finish from 20 yards before a well-taken header in the 80th minute sealed a dramatic win.