The Championship match between Sheffield Wednesday and Coventry City will take place at Hillsborough Stadium on 04/10/2025, kicking off at 13:30. Fans can look forward to an exciting game with nearly 40,000 seats available.
Sheffield Wednesday in Focus
Sheffield Wednesday are set to deploy a 3-5-2 formation led by goalkeeper E. Horvath and featuring key players like B. Bannan and S. Ingelsson in midfield. Despite a mixed recent form, including draws against Queens Park Rangers and Watford, their home performances have some bright spots. The team holds a 50% ratio of matches with under 2.5 goals, contributing to controlled but competitive games.
Coventry City at a Glance
Coventry City will line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with C. Rushworth guarding the goal and attacking threats such as H. Wright and J. Eccles. Their away record is strong, with four wins in their last ten matches on the road, and they have consistently scored an average of 2.2 goals per game recently.
We Say
We believe Coventry City will win this match with a probability of 49.33% and odds of 1.48. The prediction leans on Coventry’s strong away form and goal-scoring ability, suggesting they can edge out Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.
Stats That Matter
| Stat | Sheffield Wednesday | Coventry City |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. Goals For | 1 | 2.2 |
| Avg. Goals Against | 1.8 | 1.1 |
| Last Meeting (GF) | – | – |
- Recent matches show Coventry with five wins and only one defeat in their last ten games, while Sheffield Wednesday have four wins and one defeat.
- Sheffield Wednesday hold a 50% rate of games under 2.5 goals, against Coventry City’s 60% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals.
- Other upcoming matches include Millwall FC vs Coventry City and Birmingham vs Sheffield Wednesday, offering more betting opportunities.
Odds & Insights
| Market | Sheffield Wednesday | Coventry City | Draw/Alt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | – | 1.48 | – |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | – | – | Under 2.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | – | – | Yes |
| Correct Score | – | – | – |
| Anytime Goalscorer | – | – | – |
Past Meetings (H2H)
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| – | – | – |
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Our Take
This fixture features Coventry City as favorites, supported by their positive away statistics and recent strong performances. Sheffield Wednesday will rely on a solid defensive shape but may struggle to contain Coventry’s attack. Given the odds and probability, backing Coventry to win appears sensible.
- Main Bet: Coventry City to win (1.48)
- Secondary Option: Under 2.5 goals
- Alternative: Both teams to score: Yes
- Correct Score Lean: –
Both teams have shown competitive spirit in recent matches, but Coventry’s sharper offense might just give them the edge. Bettors should consider Coventry’s strong chances while keeping under 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in mind for a rounded betting approach. Upcoming games like Millwall vs Coventry City also provide additional opportunities for those following this league closely.
