Sheffield Wednesday

2022 - 10 - 26

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Watch: Michael Smith scores stunning header for Sheffield ... (Yorkshire Post)

Sheffield Wednesday striker Michael Smith ended his barren spell in front of goal with a fine headed finish in the Owls' League One contest against Bristol ...

Harvey Knibbs and substitute Jack Lankester scored either side of Sam Vokes’ header before Lloyd Jones made sure of the win despite Lewis Wing’s late effort. Danny Mandroiu fired Lincoln to a 1-0 win at Barnsley, while Ben Williams’s first-half header secured victory by the same score for Cheltenham over fellow strugglers Morecambe. Fourth-placed Peterborough had to come from behind to beat Accrington 3-1.

Sheffield Wednesday let lead slip to draw with Bristol Rovers (NewsChain)

Goalkeeper David Stockdale came to the Owls' rescue early on, saving from Aaron Collins who was through on goal following a defensive lapse. At the other end, ...

Belshaw made a great save to tip over a Smith header a minute from time. Belshaw made a good save early in the second half to keep out Gregory’s effort. At the other end, Lee Gregory put a header just over and James Belshaw made a fine save to keep out a Josh Windass shot.

Bristol Rovers player ratings: 'Stupendous' - One player scores 9/10 ... (BristolWorld)

Bristol Rovers earned another positive result against top-six opposition with a 1-1 draw at Sheffield Wednesday.

He was replaced by Luke McCormick in the latter stages. Both attacking and defending, most came from the opposite flank. He perhaps should have got on the scoresheet with his early opportunity had he showed his clinical edge. Loft started the match brightly and put pressure on to Michael Ihiekwe which created Rovers’ best chance of the first-half. A deserved warm embrace shared between him and Barton as he was substituted. Finley had some nervy moments but got into the game and was composed in the middle. He is adding more to his game as an all-round player too. Another solid showing from the on-loan Burnley man. The Hillsborough crowd also claimed he had handled the ball in the box. He made several good saves including a fine stop from Lee Gregory and Smith. As half-time loomed, Wednesday took the lead out of nothing. [Middlesbrough](/topic/middlesbrough) loanee Josh Coburn equalised after the hour mark.

Bristol Rovers boss praises brave Pirates against 'really good ... (The Star)

Joey Barton says that he was proud of his Bristol Rovers players as they picked up a point against Sheffield Wednesday.

"To come to their stadium with the national TV here and a lot of their fans here, it was a great atmosphere tonight. Barton also praised the travelling supporters for their efforts in getting to Hillsborough, saying, "I must mention the Gasheads as well. Sheff Wed have got some really good players, international players, and they make it difficult for you.

Sheffield Wednesday man's future in doubt after what Darren Moore ... (Yorkshire Live)

Here are five talking points after Sheffield Wednesday were held to a 1-1 draw at home to Bristol Rovers.

Mallik Wilks looked completely off the pace and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru was introduced too late to make a telling contribution. It was another missed opportunity to keep pace with the top two. Ihiekwe is set to serve a one-match suspension and Moore has already confirmed Heneghan will miss the Burton Albion clash. Starting Iorfa would have reduced the amount of upheaval at the back. There were new roles for everybody and there was understandably a lack of cohesion and understanding. The visitors squeezed and pressed the Owls well. Brown was not the worst player on the pitch by any means but he was caught out for Rovers equaliser. "When you have got people on the pitch like Mallik Wilks, [Lee] Gregory, [Michael] Smith, [Josh] Windass to name a few, we feel we will score goals. There are things that Darren Moore can be criticised for when it comes to the way he sets up his team but his players have let him down against Lincoln City and Rovers with their abject finishing. But Rovers hit back after the break and equalised after a lovely finish from strike Josh Coburn. How many attempts have the Owls had in the last two matches? Darren Moore's side surrendered a first half lead for the second match running as they missed a chance to close the gap on second-placed Ipswich Town.

Sheffield Wednesday Q&A LIVE: Jaden Brown, Dominic Iorfa ... (Yorkshire Live)

Send your Sheffield Wednesday questions to our Owls writer Dom Howson on all the topics important to you as the Owls prepare to welcome Burton Albion to ...

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