Sheffield Wednesday will host Bristol City in the next round of the EFL Championship on Saturday, 13 September.
Will the hosts get their first league win of the season or will Bristol City remain unbeaten after this match? Read our Sheffield Wednesday vs Bristol City prediction to find out, but don't forget to take a look at our other Championship predictions as well.
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Sheffield Wednesday vs Bristol City prediction: Another loss for the Owls
Key Stats
- Sheff Wed come into this match with just one point from the first four matches in the league.
- The Owls have lost both league games they played at home, without scoring a goal.
- Scott Twine has scored three goals in the first four league matches for Bristol City.
Correct score prediction: Sheffield Wednesday 0-2 Bristol City
While Sheffield Wed have been able to secure their place in the third round of the EFL Cup after beating Bolton and Leeds, both after penalties, they have been atrocious in the Championship.
With three losses in four games in the league, the Owls sit in the relegation zone, while Bristol City are undefeated after the first four rounds, which is why we would give the guests the advantage in this game.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies favouring Bristol City to win
- HOME: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.80%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.60%
- AWAY: 1/1 (2.00) – 50.00%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It's clear from the Sheffield Wednesday vs Bristol City odds that the guests are the expected winners, although the hosts are not without a chance either.
In any case, if you liked our predictions for this game, remember to also check our betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: A tied matchup in recent years
With one win for each team and three draws in their last five meetings, Sheff Wed and Bristol City have been close in recent years. However, Sheffield Wednesday have the advantage when it comes to their overall H2H record: 31-18-19.
England Championship 22/01/25
Sheff Wed
Bristol City
England Championship 02/10/24
Bristol City
Sheff Wed
England Championship 24/02/24
Sheff Wed
Bristol City
England Championship 04/11/23
Bristol City
Sheff Wed
England Championship 17/04/21
Sheff Wed
Bristol City
Sheffield Wednesday preview: Looking for their first league win
After the first four rounds of the new Championship season, Sheff Wed sit in the relegation zone with just one point and they are hoping to turn things around after the international break. On the bright side, Sheff Wed have done well in the EFL Cup so far, eliminating both Bolton and Leeds on penalties to reach the third round of the competition, where they are bound to meet with Grimsby.
Meanwhile, Pierce Charles, Di'Shon Bernard, and Nathaniel Chalobah are injured and bound to miss this match.
Predicted lineup: Horvath (GK), Valery, Iorfa, Lowe, Palmer, Ingelsson, Bannan, Amass, McNeill, Cadamarteri & Ugbo
Last five matches
- Sheff Wed 0-2 Swansea (Championship)
- Sheff Wed 1-1 (2-1 after pen.) Leeds (EFL Cup)
- Wrexham 2-2 Sheff Wed (Championship)
- Sheff Wed 0-3 Stoke (Championship)
- Bolton 3-3 (3-4 after pen.) Sheff Wed (EFL Cup)
Bristol City preview: Hoping to stay undefeated
With two wins and two draws in the first four matches of the new Championship season, Bristol City have started off strongly and are currently sitting in sixth place in the standings. The Robins couldn't keep that same form going in the EFL Cup, where they were eliminated by Fulham, which is their only loss of the season so far in all competitions.
When it comes to team news, Max O'Leary, Cameron Pring, Joe Williams, and Luke McNally are out with injuries.
Predicted lineup: Vitek (GK), Vyner, Dickie, Atkinson, Sykes, Knight, Randell, McCrorie, Twine, Riis & Mehmeti
Last five matches
- Bristol City 4-2 Hull (Championship)
- Fulham 2-0 Bristol City (EFL Cup)
- Derby 1-1 Bristol City (Championship)
- Bristol City 0-0 Charlton (Championship)
- Bristol City 2-0 MK Dons (EFL Cup)
Player to watch: Scott Twine
The 26-year-old midfielder has started the new season in the Championship with three goals in the first four games. While Twine hasn't been known as a prolific scorer so far, it seems that this season he could change that perspective and take on more offensive responsibilities for Bristol City.
