The EFL Championship is getting into full swing for the 24/25 season. Things are starting to take shape, and our chosen game today is the upcoming battle between Coventry and Sheffield Wednesday. Both teams are stuck on 8 points after 8 games, so which way could this one swing?
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Coventry vs Sheff Wed prediction: Sky Blues to edge Owls on home turf
Key stats
- Coventry have won 4 of the last 5 meetings against Sheffield Wednesday
- Both teams have scored in 3 of the last 5 encounters between these sides
- Coventry are averaging 1.67 goals per game at home this season
- Sheffield Wednesday have conceded 14 goals in just 8 league matches
Correct score prediction: Coventry 2-1 Sheff Wed
While Sheffield Wednesday's desperation could make this competitive, Coventry's recent 3-0 thrashing of Blackburn suggests they have the edge here. However, since Sheff Wed has scored in 4 of their last 5 games across all competitions, we expect both teams to find the net here.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Coventry favoured by the bookies
- HOME: 10/11 (1.91) – 52.40%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.40%
- AWAY: 3/1 (4.00) – 25.00%
The bookmakers evidently favour Coventry here, as based on their 52.40% chance of claiming all three points. In contrast, the 25.00% probability of a win for Sheffield Wednesday reflects their patchy form and struggles on the road.
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*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Most recent H2Hs: Coventry far superior
To keep things as relevant as possible, we’ve looked at the last five meetings between these sides coming into this game. It’s Coventry who has clear superiority, too, winning four of their previous five meetings. Three of these four wins came on home soil.
England FA Cup 06/02/24
Coventry
Sheff Wed
England FA Cup 26/01/24
Sheff Wed
Coventry
England Championship 20/01/24
Sheff Wed
Coventry
England Championship 26/12/23
Coventry
Sheff Wed
England Championship 27/01/21
Coventry
Sheff Wed
Coventry preview: Newfound confidence following win over Blackburn
After their triumphant performance against Blackburn, Coventry now finds themselves above the Owls in 17th place. As it happens, their win/loss/draw statistics are identical to those of Sheffield Wednesday; only their recent form is marginally better.
Predicted Lineup: Wilson (GK); Van Ewijk, Thomas, Kitching, Bidwell; Sheaf, Eccles; Mason-Clark, Rudoni, Wright; Thomas-Asante
England Championship 13/05/25
W
Sunderland
0
Coventry
1
England Championship 09/05/25
L
Sunderland
2
Coventry
1
England Championship 03/05/25
W
Middlesbrough
0
Coventry
2
England Championship 26/04/25
L
Luton
1
Coventry
0
England Championship 21/04/25
L
Plymouth
3
Coventry
1
Sheff Wed preview: Promising signs, but Owls still in 19th place
Sheffield Wednesday scored a big victory over West Brom just a week or so ago, but this was on home turf. On the road, they’ve been far less successful – failing to win any of their away games so far this season.
Predicted Lineup: Beadle (GK); Ihiekwe, Bernard, Famewo; Valery, Charles, Bannan, Johnson; Windass, Ugbo, Musaba
England Championship 03/05/25
D
Watford
1
Sheff Wed
1
England Championship 26/04/25
D
Portsmouth
1
Sheff Wed
1
England Championship 21/04/25
W
Middlesbrough
1
Sheff Wed
2
England Championship 18/04/25
L
Stoke
2
Sheff Wed
0
England Championship 12/04/25
L
Oxford Utd
1
Sheff Wed
0
Player to watch – Haji Wright (Coventry)
Following his stellar performance in Coventry’s 3-0 win over Blackburn, we believe Haji Wright is a key player for this game. The left winger certainly has the ability to cause chaos among the defensive ranks of the Owls. And he has a knack for getting in behind the defence and whipping in dangerous balls to create chances for the likes of Thomas-Assante.
If he performs in the same way as he did last time out, he could be a real threat here.