Sheffield Wednesday's first opponents, Leyton Orient, have undergone significant transfer business ahead of the 2026/2027 League One season. The O's have brought in double-figure additions, including former Grimsby Town forward Jaze Kabia, who scored 24 goals in 57 appearances last season. Orient have also strengthened their goalkeeping department with the signing of Nathan Baxter, their first permanent goalkeeper in a long time. The new arrivals are expected to boost the team's chances of a successful season, having narrowly avoided relegation last season. Sheffield Wednesday, meanwhile, will be looking to make a strong start to the season after finishing 24th in the Championship last season with 0 points from 46 games. They have been on a 2-game winning run, with their last result being a 2-1 win over West Brom in May. The Owls will be hoping to challenge for honors this term, but understand the ongoing rebuilding job will take time.