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Sheffield Wednesday tactical flip-flop examined as Henrik Pedersen rues Doncaster Rovers defeat

Sheffield Wednesday were well beaten by Doncaster Rovers.

The Star

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 5:23 PM

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Henrik Pedersen addressed Sheffield Wednesday's early tactical shifts following a 2-0 defeat to Doncaster Rovers.
Doncaster scored two set-piece goals within the opening 16 minutes of the match.
Wednesday started in a back three before switching to a back four after 20 minutes.

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Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen defended his tactical shifts following a 2-0 defeat to Doncaster Rovers, marking their second loss in five days. Wednesday started with a three-man defense before switching back to a back four after just 20 minutes, having already conceded two set-piece goals inside the opening 16 minutes.

Pedersen explained the initial tactical switch was intended to protect fatigued players and counter Doncaster's long-ball approach. Defender Liam Cooper admitted players lacked responsibility on set pieces, while loanee Kieran Morrison was shifted from wing-back to the wing during the loss.

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