Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday - Championship Match
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Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Preview: Championship Clash
Stoke City will host Sheffield Wednesday at Bet365 Stadium on Friday, April 3, 2026 at 17:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Championship encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Stoke City head into this game in strong form, collecting 3 wins from their last 5 outings.
Sheffield Wednesday have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 5 games while suffering 3 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Head-to-Head Record
History favors Stoke City in this fixture. In their last 19 meetings, the hosts have claimed 6 victories, with Sheffield Wednesday winning 5 and 8 ending in draws. This slight edge in the record could give them the psychological advantage heading into this clash.
Match Prediction & Analysis
With home advantage and strong recent form, Stoke City will be the clear favorites heading into this match. However, Sheffield Wednesday cannot be written off entirely and could pose problems on the counter-attack. Expect the hosts to dominate possession and create the better chances.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Friday, April 3, 2026, 17:00 UTC
- Venue: Bet365 Stadium
- Competition: Championship
- Stoke City Position: 8th (40 pts)
- Sheffield Wednesday Position: 24th (-7 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 19): Stoke City 6W - 8D - 5W Sheffield Wednesday
