Sheffield Wednesday host Accrington Stanley in the EFL Trophy Group North on Tuesday, 10 November, at Hillsborough Stadium.
The match offers a chance to reset after a difficult run of results. Wednesday have taken just two points from their last five league games, leaving them ninth in the standings with 20 points from 13 matches. Their last outing was a 2-1 loss away to Oldham in the FA Cup on 8 November, where Davis Keillor-Dunn scored a consolation goal.
Recent form
The recent form reads zero wins, two draws and three defeats, with the side conceding eight goals in that period. Their last victory was a 5-0 thrashing of AFC Wimbledon back on 17 October. In the EFL Trophy, Wednesday's campaign began with a 1-1 draw against Harrogate Town, securing a bonus point after a penalty shootout victory.
Despite the struggles, forward J. Lowe has been a bright spot, leading the team with five goals from 10 appearances this season. The team's next League One fixture is a tough home game against fifth-placed Plymouth on 14 November.
Team setup
The starting lineup from that game featured A. Maynard-Brewer in goal, with a back three of D. Bernard, Ricardo and L. Palmer. Midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is one player pushing for a start after appearing from the bench in recent weeks.
Accrington Stanley arrive with their own challenges, having failed to win in four previous Trophy outings this season, recording two draws and two defeats. Their group record shows four goals scored and four conceded. Key attacker Colby Bishop, who has six goals this term, is set to lead the line.
Sheffield Wednesday's preparation for this match is the next step in their broader push for promotion, with the focus on building momentum ahead of the key league encounter with Plymouth later in the week. A win would significantly boost their chances of progressing from the group stage. Kick-off at Hillsborough is scheduled for 19:00 local time.
