Sheffield Wednesday's attacking struggles continue in pre-season Sheffield Wednesday failed to find the net in two pre-season friendlies, drawing 0-0 with Accrington Stanley and losing 4-0 to Oldham Athletic. The Owls' lack of goal threat has become a major concern as they prepare for the new Championship season, following a disappointing 2025 campaign where they finished 24th with just 2 wins, 12 draws, and 32 losses from 46 games. ## What happened in the friendlies? Against Accrington, Wednesday struggled to create clear chances despite some encouraging individual performances. Yan Valery and Ernie Weaver showed promise, but the team lacked cohesion in the final third. The match against Oldham was even more worrying, with the Owls conceding four goals and failing to register a single shot on target. Fans expressed their frustration with boos at half-time and sarcastic chants. ## Why is this a concern for Sheffield Wednesday? The Owls' attacking woes are not new. They scored just 29 goals last season, conceding 89 for a -60 goal difference, finishing 95 points behind leaders Coventry. Pre-season friendlies are not always indicative of future performance, but the lack of creativity and finishing ability is alarming. Manager Darren Moore will need to address these issues quickly if Wednesday are to avoid another relegation battle. ## What comes next for the Owls? With the new Championship season approaching, Wednesday will need to find solutions to their attacking problems. The team has been linked with several strikers in the transfer market, and fans will be hoping for some new signings to bolster the squad. The first competitive match will be a crucial test of whether the team has made any progress during pre-season.