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In a critical clash at Hillsborough, relegation-threatened Sheffield Wednesday and Stoke City face off in what promises to be a gripping match.
After securing a crucial late draw against Norwich on Tuesday, Sheffield Wednesday moved up to 22nd place. Now level on points with 21st-placed Huddersfield, Danny Rohl’s team only trails due to goal difference.
Stoke City faced disappointment, losing 3-0 to Swansea on Wednesday. This defeat highlights the ongoing struggles of Steven Schumacher’s team, marked by a lack of quality and offensive drive. They view this upcoming match as a key chance to rebound and edge closer to safety.
Wednesday stands out in the Championship for its high number of yellow cards, averaging 2.36 per game, while their visitors average 1.93, increasing to 2.14 in away matches. Matches at Hillsborough typically see an average of 4.52 yellow cards.
Stoke leads the league with an average of 2.48 yellow cards per game.
The match will be officiated by referee Stephen Martin, known for his strict enforcement, averaging over five cards per game.
Given the high card counts of both teams and a referee prone to issuing cards, this encounter in Yorkshire is likely to see a flurry of disciplinary actions, similar to their last meeting which resulted in seven yellow cards.