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Sheffield Wednesday have made big ‘culture’ strides – patience needed on football style

Sheffield Wednesday are a work in progress.

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 5:00 AM
Sheffield Wednesday have made big ‘culture’ strides – patience needed on football style
Key Things to Know
  • Henrik Pedersen says Sheffield Wednesday need patience to develop their playing style after establishing a strong team culture.
  • Sheffield Wednesday signed 18 new players during a whirlwind summer rebuild following a difficult previous season.
  • The Owls sit second in League One and entered the international break on a six-game unbeaten run.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen admitted the team remains a work in progress regarding their playing style, urging patience after a major summer rebuild. Following the addition of 18 new players, the second-placed League One side entered the international break on a six-game unbeaten streak across all competitions despite consecutive goalless home draws.

Pedersen emphasized that establishing a strong team culture has been successful, but developing a cohesive football style requires more time on the training ground. He highlighted the brutal physicality and competitive demands of League One as Wednesday aim to solidify their playing identity.

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