Sheffield Wednesday vs Sunderland predictions for Friday’s Championship affair. Sheffield Wednesday welcome Sunderland to Hillsborough on Friday evening, as they continue their hunt for their first Championship victory of the season. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
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Sheffield Wednesday vs Sunderland Predictions
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Hillsborough Hurdle: Sheffield Wednesday’s Fight against High-Flying Sunderland
Key Stats
– Sunderland have tasted victory in their recent away games with a consistent 3-1 scoreline.
– Jack Clarke is on fire, netting four times in his last four matches for the Black Cats.
Sheffield Wednesday, once considered giants of Yorkshire, have had a tumultuous start to their Championship campaign. They eagerly looked forward to a fresh start, especially following their promotion and the appointment of Xisco as the new head honcho. However, their ambitions have been dampened as they find themselves rooted at the bottom of the league table.
In their journey so far, Wednesday have lost six out of eight matches. There have been glimmers of hope with hard-fought draws against Leeds United and Middlesbrough. A narrow 1-0 loss to Ipswich Town, one of the league’s in-form teams, showcased their resilience, but a heavy 3-0 defeat to Swansea City amplified concerns. The precarious position leaves Xisco grappling to hold onto his managerial role amidst growing disillusionment among fans.
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The upcoming match offers Sheffield Wednesday a silver lining: a win would elevate them to 22nd place. However, another loss would deepen their relegation woes, even this early in the season.
Sunderland’s Quest for Consistency
Sunderland, on the other hand, are experiencing a contrasting season. Placed fifth, they were cruising with a five-match unbeaten run until Cardiff City delivered a last-minute blow at the Stadium of Light. Though the team has been prolific, netting 11 goals in three games, concerns persist, especially with Chelsea loanee Mason Burstow struggling upfront. Additionally, their vulnerability at home is evident, losing two of four matches.
While being in fifth is commendable, the Black Cats are lagging behind the leading pack. They’re eight points behind the top two, which is a gap they’ll be eager to close.
Expected Line-ups and Key Players
Post the Swansea debacle, Xisco will likely shuffle his deck. Fletcher and Windass are expected to spearhead Wednesday’s attack. In midfield, Bakinson and Byers offer robust options, while Iorfa could fortify the defence.
For Sunderland, Tony Mowbray might reintroduce Luis Semedo to reinvigorate the attack. Patrick Roberts offers dynamism in the final third, and the duo of Ekwah and Bennette might be available after recovering from injuries.
Analysing the Stats
Sheffield Wednesday’s Performance Metrics:
- They’ve scored a mere five goals while conceding a staggering 14.
- Averaging a low 0.6 goals per match, the Owls have struggled to find the net.
- Defensively, with just one clean sheet, they’ve conceded an average of 1.8 goals per game.
- Ball possession stands at 38%, indicating their struggle in controlling matches.
Sunderland’s Performance Metrics:
- The Black Cats have netted 15 goals, almost three times that of Wednesday, and have conceded eight.
- Their attacking prowess averages at 1.9 goals per match.
- They’ve maintained a 57.4% ball possession, showcasing their command in games.
Predictions
1. Match Outcome: Sunderland to Win Given the contrasting form and statistics of both teams, one might argue that a Sunderland win seems inevitable. Sheffield Wednesday are still on the hunt for their first victory of the Championship season, finding themselves at the very bottom of the table. Sunderland, on the other hand, despite their recent slip against Cardiff, have showcased formidable form. A noteworthy element here is their away record: winning their last two away games with identical 3-1 scorelines. The momentum and confidence from those victories, coupled with Sheffield’s poor form, suggest that Sunderland are the more probable victors in this encounter.
2. Correct Score: 3-1 to Sunderland The 3-1 scoreline isn’t just a wild guess but based on Sunderland’s recent goal-scoring spree on the road. The Black Cats have replicated this exact result in their last two away fixtures. Moreover, considering Sheffield Wednesday’s defence has conceded an average of 1.8 goals per game, while Sunderland has been averaging 1.9 goals in their offensive ventures, a total of four goals in the match is a feasible estimate. This prediction also aligns with the narrative of Sheffield Wednesday’s current defensive frailties, allowing Sunderland’s attacking prowess to shine.
3. Anytime Goalscorer: Jack Clarke Jack Clarke’s current form paints a picture of a player who’s on top of his game. With an impressive tally of five goals this season and especially the remarkable statistic of four in his last four outings, he’s demonstrated his reliability in front of the goal. For anyone looking at goal-scorer predictions, Clarke presents a compelling case. His ability to exploit defences, combined with Sheffield Wednesday’s vulnerable backline, increases the likelihood of him finding the net during this fixture.
4. Corner Analysis: Sunderland to have more corners, Total Corners Over 10.5 Analysing the corner statistics of both sides provides an intriguing perspective. Sheffield Wednesday average 4 corners per game, while Sunderland surpasses that with an average of 6.9. This indicates that Sunderland tend to exert more offensive pressure, subsequently winning more corners. Taking both teams’ stats into account, we can anticipate around 11 corners in total during the match, justifying a prediction of over 10.5 corners for the game. Given the attacking nature of Sunderland’s play, coupled with Sheffield Wednesday’s tendency to be pushed back, it’s likely that the Black Cats will secure the higher corner count.
Their defence has also been struggling, conceding eight goals in their last four league games. This suggests that Atlético Madrid should be able to score goals against them.
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