Sheffield Wednesday hope long-time Achilles heel is easing with ‘loved’ new figure

Sheffield Wednesday are utilizing the international break to focus on improving their set pieces under newly appointed coach Matt Hamshaw. Working alongside analyst Ben King, Hamshaw has been tasked with addressing dead ball situations, which manager Henrik Pedersen described as a crucial element for success in League One. The Owls currently sit second in the league table on a five-match unbeaten run.

The focus follows multiple seasons of struggles in dead ball scenarios, including conceding 23 set piece goals during their previous Championship campaign. Defensively, Wednesday have shown early progress this season by conceding only one set piece goal so far, though they have scored just twice from dead ball opportunities as they prepare to face Huddersfield Town on October 10.