Injury-ravaged, unfamiliar formation & not clicked yet – expert view on Sheffield Wednesday’s next opponents

Doncaster Rovers face Sheffield Wednesday in a South Yorkshire derby this weekend, with journalist Kurt Leyland providing insight into Rovers' difficult start. Grant McCann's side sits 19th in League One just above the relegation zone following back-to-back defeats against Leicester City and Stockport County. Sheffield Wednesday enters the fixture seeking a bounce-back performance after suffering a 2-0 midweek defeat against Notts County.

Leyland highlights that extensive injuries have forced Doncaster into an awkward three-man defence with wingers playing as wing-backs. Rovers will definitely be without Frankie Okoronkwo, James Collins, and Matty Pearson, while several other players face late fitness checks. In-form winger Leoni Ayinde and striker Alfie May are identified as key threats for Rovers, with Leyland predicting a 1-1 draw.