Sheffield Wednesday’s upcoming matches are of utmost importance for Danny Rohl and his team. Having failed to secure a win or even score a goal in their last three Championship games, the pressure is on as they look to turn their fortunes around. Their next fixtures include a home match against Queens Park Rangers at Hillsborough, followed by a challenging trip to Kenilworth Road.
In addition to their Championship commitments, Sheffield Wednesday will also be competing in the EFL Cup against Blackpool. This match takes on added significance as former Owls boss Steve Bruce now manages Blackpool, a team that boasts former Wednesday strikers Jordan Rhodes and Ashley Fletcher. However, Fletcher will be unable to participate in this reunion due to a three-match ban.
Following a somewhat disappointing stint at Hillsborough, where he failed to find the back of the net in 25 appearances, Fletcher has seen a slight uptick in form at Blackpool, having scored a goal so far this season. Despite this, Rohl and his team must approach the Blackpool game with the utmost seriousness, as a loss could have negative repercussions on player confidence heading into crucial Championship fixtures.
While Sheffield Wednesday may be favored against Bruce’s Blackpool side, they cannot afford to be complacent. It is imperative that they demonstrate their best form and focus against Blackpool to ensure a positive result. The outcome of this EFL Cup tie could have far-reaching implications on the team’s morale and performance in the Championship going forward.
