‘The bigger defeat’: Danny Rohl drops Sheffield Wednesday injury update after double blow v Ipswich Sheffield Wednesday
Danny Rohl has provided a concerning injury update on important Sheffield Wednesday pairing.
Sheffield Wednesday’s impressive run of form came to a bitter halt this past weekend with a resounding 6-0 defeat at the hands of Ipswich Town. While their loss to Leeds United in the previous match was somewhat easier to accept considering the formidable challenge they faced, the defeat at Portman Road was a harsh reality check, leaving them with zero points and eight goals conceded in their last two outings.
Despite this setback, the Owls received some fortune elsewhere and find themselves just one point away from safety in the league standings. They will need to regroup quickly after such a humiliating defeat and approach the upcoming matches with renewed determination.
However, the aftermath of their trip to Ipswich will linger with the absence of key players Barry Bannan and Ian Poveda. Bannan was forced off with an injury at halftime, while Poveda lasted only eight minutes longer before being replaced. Manager Rohl provided an update on their injuries, expressing concern that both players may be sidelined for a couple of weeks. Poveda’s muscle injury may prevent him from joining the national team, while Bannan’s recovery remains uncertain. With upcoming fixtures looming, there is a risk that they may miss the Swansea game, but the team hopes to capitalize on the upcoming two-week break to facilitate their recovery, although they face the challenge of a tight schedule thereafter with games scheduled on both Friday and Monday.
Can Sheffield Wednesday cope without Bannan & Poveda?
Although the absence of two key players from Sheffield Wednesday’s lineup poses significant challenges, the upcoming international break provides a silver lining by lessening its immediate impact on the first team.
Ideally, both players will only miss the upcoming match against Swansea City, but any prolonged absence could severely dent the team’s prospects of avoiding relegation. Poveda, who has been described as “excellent” since his loan move from Leeds United, and Bannan, a pivotal figure for the Owls, will be sorely missed, especially considering the departure of George Byers in January, which left the midfield considerably depleted.
Fortunately, the international break offers a chance for the team to recharge and rejuvenate after a grueling period of fixtures.
Nevertheless, the absence of Bannan and Poveda will place greater responsibility on the shoulders of other players, as Sheffield Wednesday cannot afford to suffer a home defeat against Swansea City.