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Oldham Athletic (A): What Should Sheffield Wednesday Expect?

Sheffield Wednesday travel to Oldham Athletic in the first round of the FA Cup. The game will be Dave Challinor’s first as Wednesday boss and is a chance for him to demonstrate what’s to come from his side. The game…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 7:00 AM
Oldham Athletic (A): What Should Sheffield Wednesday Expect?
Key Things to Know
  • Sheffield Wednesday face Oldham Athletic in the FA Cup first round for Dave Challinor's first match in charge.
  • Oldham sit 18th in League Two following a 1-0 midweek victory against Northampton Town.
  • Kai Payne and Kane Drummond will miss the match for Oldham due to suspensions.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sheffield Wednesday travel to face League Two side Oldham Athletic in the FA Cup first round, marking Dave Challinor's first match as Wednesday manager. Oldham enter the fixture sitting 18th in League Two following a 1-0 midweek victory over Northampton Town, but they face selection challenges with Kai Payne and Kane Drummond both suspended.

Vital Football highlights key threats for Oldham, including top scorer and assist leader Calum Kavanagh alongside experienced midfielder Ollie Norburn. The Latics recently utilized a 3-4-1-2 formation, while forward Elliott Nevitt could also be in contention to start after returning to the squad.

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