Sheffield Wednesday vs Leeds United Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | EFL Championship 2024-25

The Peacocks aim to register their first win of the campaign against The Owls.

Sheffield Wednesday, the storied club from South Yorkshire, currently sits ninth in the EFL Championship standings. They kicked off their campaign in an emphatic and commanding fashion, overpowering Plymouth Argyle with a resounding 4-0 victory. However, their strong start was abruptly halted when Sunderland inflicted a similar 4-0 defeat upon them, marking their first loss of the season.

Despite this setback, Sheffield Wednesday are eager to swiftly rebound, aiming to secure a victory in their upcoming fixture against a formidable Leeds United side. Adding to their recent performances, Sheffield Wednesday triumphed in their EFL Cup first-round match against Hull City. It was courtesy of two early goals from Charlie McNeill, which secured their passage to the next round. The team is now focused on building momentum and returning to winning ways as quickly as possible.

Leeds United, despite a valiant effort, fell short of securing promotion to the Premier League. Now they find themselves 16th in the EFL Championship standings. Their start to the season has been marked by a series of draws, including a thrilling 3-3 encounter with Portsmouth and a goalless stalemate against West Brom.

In the EFL Cup, they suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat to Middlesbrough, adding to their winless run of three matches. Leeds United will be eager to secure their first victory of the season and build momentum as they strive for a return to the top tier of English football.

This match promises to be an intriguing and thrilling encounter, with both teams eager to make a statement. Leeds United, despite not having secured a win in their EFL Championship campaign yet, remain a formidable side capable of turning things around at any moment. On the other hand, Sheffield Wednesday, positioned well ahead in the points table, will be looking to capitalize on their momentum. With both teams hungry for victory, fans can expect a goal-friendly and exciting clash on the pitch.

Kick-Off :

Saturday, 24 August 2024 at 12:30 AM IST

Location: Hillsborough Stadium, Sheffield, United Kingdom

Form :

Sheffield Wednesday (in all competitions) : L-W-W-D-L

Leeds United (in all competitions): D-L-D-W-W

Players to watch :

Ike Ugbo (Sheffield Wednesday)

Ike Ugbo, the 25-year-old striker hailing from Lewisham, England, is poised to be a pivotal figure for Sheffield Wednesday in the upcoming Championship season. Standing at 6 feet 1 inch, the centre-forward dons the number 12 jersey and brings a wealth of experience from his time at various clubs. Ugbo’s journey began with Chelsea, where he spent four years.

Much of that time saw him on loan spells with Barnsley, Roda JC and Cercle Brugge. His move to Genk in 2021 resulted in 18 appearances and three goals. Following a brief loan at Cardiff City, Ugbo found himself on loan again, this time at Sheffield Wednesday, where his impressive performances caught the attention of the club’s management.

This led to him securing a permanent contract with Sheffield Wednesday this season, signalling the club’s confidence in his abilities. Though born and raised in England, Ugbo’s international allegiance lies with Canada, a country he grew up in.

After representing England at the U-17 and U-20 levels, he chose to commit to the Canadian national team, making his senior international debut for them. As Sheffield Wednesday look to make a strong push in the Championship, Ugbo’s contributions will be crucial to their success.

Patrick Bamford (Leeds United)

At a critical juncture when Leeds United are grappling with a winless streak spanning three matches, Patrick Bamford stands out as the crucial missing piece in their quest for a resurgence. The 6-foot-1-inch centre-forward from Grantham began his footballing journey with Nottingham Forest. There he spent a decade honing his skills during his youth career.

In 2011, he made his senior debut for Nottingham Forest, making two appearances before embarking on a career that saw him sign with Chelsea. During his nearly five-year stint with Chelsea, Bamford was loaned out to several clubs, including Derby County, Middlesbrough, Crystal Palace, Norwich City and Burnley, gaining invaluable experience across different tiers of English football. His potential began to fully materialize during his permanent move to Middlesbrough in 2017. There he made 47 appearances and netted 12 goals in just one year.

In 2018, Bamford signed with Leeds United. Since then, he has become one of the most reliable and loyal players at Elland Road. Despite the club’s relegation a season ago, from the Premier League, Bamford has remained steadfast, rejecting transfer rumours and committing to Leeds during this challenging period. Over the course of his tenure with the club, he has made 176 appearances and scored 56 goals, solidifying his place as a key figure in Leeds’ ongoing efforts to reclaim their status in English football.

Match facts –

• Sheffield won two of their last five matches.
• Leeds United also won two of their last five matches.
• Sheffield went down to Sunderland 4-0 in their most recent encounter.

Sheffield Wednesday vs Leeds United: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1 – Leeds United to win the match.
• Tip 2 – Patrick Bamford to score or assist.
• Tip 3 – Goals over 1.5

Injury and team news –

Sheffield Wednesday will have a fully fit and immune squad to feature in the upcoming match.

In the away dugout, Daniel Farke will also have the liberty to pick his best combination of players from a fully fit and available squad.

Head to head

Total matches – 101

Sheffield Wednesday won – 40

Leeds United won -34

Matches drawn – 27

Predicted lineup –

Sheffield Wednesday predicted lineup (4–5-1)

Beadle (GK); Valery, Iorfa, Bernard, Lowe; Ingelsson, Palmer, Gassama, Bannan, Musaba; Ugbo

Leeds United predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Meslier (GK); Bogle, Rodon, Strujik, Firpo; Gruev, Ampadu; James, Aaronson, Gnonto; Bamford

Match prediction for Sheffield Wednesday vs Leeds United

Both teams are equally competent to get the better of each other. However, Leeds are hungry to secure their first win of the campaign after settling for two draws. We expect the visitors to comfortably secure all three points.

Prediction: Sheffield Wednesday 0-2 Leeds United

Telecast for Sheffield Wednesday vs Leeds United

India: Fancode

UK: Sky Sports

USA: CBS Sports

Nigeria: TBD

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Telegram.