The 2009-10 campaign delivered a triumphant return to the top flight for West Bromwich Albion as the Baggies surged to automatic promotion with a second-place finish in the Championship. Leading the charge were midfield maestros Chris Brunt and Graham Dorrans, whose 13 goals apiece proved decisive in a campaign built on attacking flair and clinical consistency under manager Roberto Di Matteo. It was a standout year that re-established the club’s Premier League status and remains a cherished chapter in the modern history of the Hawthorns.