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Sheffield Wednesday v Wolves Stats

Data last updated: Mon 24 Aug 2026, 07:39 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Sheffield Wednesday host Wolves in this League Cup tie, both sides eager to assert control early in the season. Wolves have demonstrated attacking intent with a perfect recent record and a high goal output, while Sheffield Wednesday have shown defensive solidity but limited scoring. The match promises a tactical battle with Wolves likely to press for control, potentially forcing Sheffield Wednesday to defend deeply and concede set-piece opportunities. The cup format adds urgency, with both teams aiming to avoid elimination, setting the stage for a high-intensity contest with frequent territorial shifts.

BT4Y best bet

Over 9.5 Corners

  • Wolves average 8 corners per game, Sheffield Wednesday 6, combining for a strong corner count.
  • Recent form shows Wolves with 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate, indicating open play and attacking pressure.
  • Sheffield Wednesday have kept clean sheets recently, suggesting Wolves may rely on wing play and crosses to create corners.
  • Player stats highlight Wolves attackers like R. Jiménez with high shot volume, increasing attacking pressure and corner likelihood.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies Over 9.5 Corners as a strong value bet with a 69% chance versus a 51.3% implied market chance, reflecting a 17.7% . Both teams generate high shot volumes and sustained attacking pressure, especially Wolves with 16 shots and 7 on target per game. Sheffield Wednesday's defensive resilience may force Wolves to seek attacking width and set-piece opportunities, boosting corner counts. The data quality is solid, supporting in this corner market selection.

Model chance69%
Strong positive
Implied market chance51.3%
Positive
Value edge17.7%
Strong positive
Recent attacking statsHigh shots and corners averages
Strong positive
Data qualityGood data coverage for both teams
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a dynamic cup tie where Wolves' aggressive attacking style and Sheffield Wednesday's defensive caution will combine to produce numerous corners. Wolves' high shot and corner averages suggest sustained pressure, while Sheffield Wednesday's defensive setup may concede set-piece chances. This match context supports the Over 9.5 Corners selection as a tactical outcome reflecting game flow and team tendencies.

Main risk

Corner volume can be sterile if territory does not become shots, crosses or repeat box entries.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Corner market analysis

“Wolves' offensive approach and Sheffield Wednesday's defensive resilience set the stage for a corner-heavy match, as Wolves will likely force wide plays and set-piece situations to break down a compact defense.”

Key Data Signals

Over 9.5 Corners evidence

Wolves average 8 corners per game, Sheffield Wednesday 6, combining for a strong corner count.

Recent form shows Wolves with 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate, indicating open play and attacking pressure.

Sheffield Wednesday have kept clean sheets recently, suggesting Wolves may rely on wing play and crosses to create corners.

Player stats highlight Wolves attackers like R. Jiménez with high shot volume, increasing attacking pressure and corner likelihood.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 9.5 Corners notes

  • Over the last ten matches, the average goals per game between these teams is 1.7, indicating moderate scoring.
  • Wolves' recent matches show a high tempo with frequent attacking transitions, contributing to many goal-scoring opportunities and corners.
  • This trend suggests a match with active wing play and defensive pressure, conducive to surpassing 9.5 corners through sustained offensive efforts and set-piece creation.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Sheffield Wednesday6
Avg corners for
Wolves8
Sheffield Wednesday11
Avg total corners
Wolves13
Sheffield Wednesday0
Avg yellow cards
Wolves1
Sheffield Wednesday13
Avg shots
Wolves16
Market aligned with main pickOver 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 75%
1.53
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Over 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price
2.5
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Both teams show high average shots per game—Sheffield Wednesday at 13 and Wolves at 16—with Wolves also averaging 8 corners per match. This attacking volume, combined with Wolves' slightly higher card average, indicates a physical, contested match with frequent fouls and set-piece situations. The territorial battle and fouling profile support a high corner count through sustained pressure and wide attacks.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Sheffield Wednesday1
Avg goals scored
Wolves3
Sheffield Wednesday0
Avg goals conceded
Wolves0
Sheffield Wednesday0%
BTTS rate
Wolves0%
Sheffield Wednesday0%
Over 2.5 goals
Wolves100%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS NoBetMGM guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 58%
2
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 46%
1.8
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 64%
1.22
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 28%
2.75
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 33%
1.8
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Wolves' perfect recent Over 2.5 Goals rate contrasts with Sheffield Wednesday's defensive solidity and low scoring. This suggests Wolves will push forward aggressively, increasing attacking phases and corner potential, while Sheffield Wednesday's focus on defense may lead to more defensive clearances and corners. Both teams' low BTTS rates indicate a tactical game where corners arise more from pressure than open goal exchanges.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionOver 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · Model 75% vs implied 65% · edge +9.6 pts
1.53
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Sheffield Wednesday Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 45%
3.3
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Sheffield Wednesday to WinBet365 guide price · model 28%
5.75
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Wolves Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 65%
1.32
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Wolves to WinBetfred guide price · model 56%
1.57
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 25%
3.9
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 46%
1.8
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The Over 9.5 Corners market is priced attractively at 1.95, reflecting a significant given the model's 69% probability. The market underestimates the likelihood of sustained pressure and set-piece generation from both teams, especially Wolves' tendency to win corners through high shot volumes and wing play. This price offers a solid opportunity without requiring movement to justify the bet.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Sheffield Wednesday

W
Last 51W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 0L
08 Aug 2026H Bolton1-0

Wolves

W
Last 51W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 0L
07 Aug 2026H Port Vale3-0
Best odds for this sectionSheffield Wednesday Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 45% vs implied 30% · edge +14.7 pts
3.3
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Home / DrawBetUK guide price · model 53%
2.25
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 81%
1.14
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Sheffield Wednesday to WinBet365 guide price · model 28%
5.75
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Wolves Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 65%
1.32
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Wolves to WinBetfred guide price · model 56%
1.57
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 25%
3.9
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Recent form data shows Wolves with a 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate, reflecting open, attacking matches that generate many attacking sequences and corners. Sheffield Wednesday's recent clean sheets indicate a more defensive approach, likely inviting pressure and corners from Wolves. Both teams' corner averages support the likelihood of exceeding 9.5 corners in this fixture, consistent with their recent performances.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

2Sheffield Wednesday wins
3Draws
5Wolves wins
28 Aug 2018Sheffield Wednesday v Wolves0-2
28 Apr 2018Wolves v Sheffield Wednesday0-0
15 Dec 2017Sheffield Wednesday v Wolves0-1
02 Jan 2017Sheffield Wednesday v Wolves0-0
26 Nov 2016Wolves v Sheffield Wednesday0-2
07 May 2016Wolves v Sheffield Wednesday2-1
Best odds for this sectionSheffield Wednesday to WinBet365 guide price · Model 28% vs implied 17% · edge +10.5 pts
5.75
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Wolves to WinBetfred guide price · model 56%
1.57
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 25%
3.9
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 46%
1.8
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 33%
1.8
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The head-to-head sample of 10 matches shows an average of 1.7 goals per game, indicating moderately open encounters. While goal averages are modest, the matches often feature tactical battles with periods of sustained pressure, which can generate numerous corners. The H2H data provides background but is less decisive than current attacking trends and player involvement in shaping the corner market.
Season team stats

League Cup

Sheffield Wednesday1
Played
Wolves1
Sheffield Wednesday1
Avg goals for
Wolves3
Sheffield Wednesday0
Avg goals against
Wolves0
Sheffield Wednesday1
Clean sheets
Wolves1
Best odds for this sectionSheffield Wednesday Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 45% vs implied 30% · edge +14.7 pts
3.3
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Sheffield Wednesday to WinBet365 guide price · model 28%
5.75
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Wolves Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 65%
1.32
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Wolves to WinBetfred guide price · model 56%
1.57
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Season-long stats reveal Wolves average 8 corners per game, reflecting an attacking style that frequently forces defensive clearances. Sheffield Wednesday's 6 corners per game complement this, suggesting a combined corner count well above 9.5 is plausible. The teams' shot volumes and defensive tendencies align with a match featuring numerous wide plays and set-piece situations, supporting the corner market selection.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

0%Sheffield Wednesday Over 2.5
100%Wolves Over 2.5
1.7H2H avg goals
Over the last ten matches, the average goals per game between these teams is 1.7, indicating moderate scoring. Wolves' recent matches show a high tempo with frequent attacking transitions, contributing to many goal-scoring opportunities and corners. This trend suggests a match with active wing play and defensive pressure, conducive to surpassing 9.5 corners through sustained offensive efforts and set-piece creation.

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