Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Championship match.
Sheffield Wednesday have been growing in confidence recently, especially when facing clubs of similar level. Stoke City, on the other hand, have been left to settle for draws at best. Is it even worth betting on the visitors?
Sheffield Wednesday
Sheffield Wednesday have the fifth-best form in the Championship over the last five games: just one loss alongside three wins and a draw. They only fell to the much stronger Blackburn Rovers (0:1), who have been on an unstoppable run, winning six matches in succession. Against mid-table teams like Oxford United in the last round, Sheffield Wednesday have been dispatching opponents with ease (3:1), even coming from behind if necessary.
Stoke City
Stoke City are positioned slightly above Oxford United (three places higher). They have scored in three consecutive matches and have seen those same games go over 2.5 total, but it hasn't been enough to secure wins. The team consistently concede two goals per match: 1:2 losses to Sunderland and Luton Town away, and a 2:2 draw with Cardiff City at home. Prior to these, they also faced a loss to Burnley (0:2).
Sheffield Wednesday vs Stoke City Prediction
Sheffield Wednesday are in excellent form and should comfortably secure all three points. The visitors are weak defensively, and Sheffield are likely to capitalise on this.
