Sheffield Wednesday must improve amid League One struggles

Summarised from 3 outlets · 19 reports · Updated 21 Oct, 21:03 · Archive

Sheffield Wednesday have unconvincing performances despite being near the top of League One, with manager Henrik Pedersen acknowledging basics are missing.

Sheffield Wednesday are positioned near the top of League One but their performances have not matched their league position. BBC Radio Sheffield's Rob Staton reports that whilst the club has enough results to be in touching distance of the top spots, the performances have mostly been unconvincing.

Manager Henrik Pedersen acknowledged the problem after a recent match, saying the basics were not there. He also noted it was difficult to compete with opponents' physical power, but Staton questions whether that justifies the performances, noting that Notts County had only won twice before that game.

The inconsistency is evident in the contrast between matches. Against weaker opponents like Wimbledon and Bromley, Wednesday showed what they are capable of. Yet in other games, including matches against Huddersfield, Salford, Stockport, Wigan and Notts County, they were ineffective and second best.

New ownership under David Storch has been warmly welcomed by supporters, with the regime already showing a different approach to previous management. Storch has used social media to back Sheffield Children's Hospital and commit to doing what he can in the city.

However, fan patience is wearing thin on the pitch. Staton reports that some supporters have chanted for Pedersen to leave for the first time and sung unflattering songs about the quality of football being played. Despite the club's size and history, expectations in League One remain high, and convincing performances are what supporters ultimately want to see.

How it is being reported

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• 'Wednesday can't keep playing this poorly'BBC Radio Sheffield's Rob Staton shares his concerns regarding Sheffield Wednesday's performances in League One.BBC South Yorkshire · 21 Oct, 10:49
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In this story: Sheffield Wednesday · Henrik Pedersen · David Storch · Notts County

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