‘I’m sure’: EFL expert on Sheffield Wednesday’s promotion chances

EFL expert George Elek has backed new Sheffield Wednesday manager Dave Challinor to lead the Owls back to the Championship, suggesting promotion is more realistic by the end of next season. Challinor, 51, was named head coach following the sacking of Henrik Pedersen late last month, bringing managerial experience from his prior tenure at Stockport County.

Elek praised the appointment as solid, highlighting Challinor's established working relationship with sporting director Simon Wilson. Sheffield Wednesday currently sit ninth in League One with only one victory across their last eight league matches, and next face Oldham Athletic in the FA Cup following a 1-1 league draw against Blackpool.