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‘Headache, intriguing, comfort’ – Sheffield Wednesday quartet set to give boss decisions to make

The international break has allowed SWFC to get some players closer to full fitness

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
‘Headache, intriguing, comfort’ – Sheffield Wednesday quartet set to give boss decisions to make
Key Things to Know
  • Sheffield Wednesday quartet Max Lowe, Sil Swinkels, Jordi Liongola, and George Brown are nearing returns from injury.
  • Manager Henrik Pedersen noted that Swinkels and Liongola are the closest to making their first-team returns.
  • Lowe might be available following the League One match against Huddersfield Town on October 10.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen is facing key selection decisions as several injured players near full fitness during the international break. Max Lowe, Sil Swinkels, Jordi Liongola, and George Brown have all returned to training at Middlewood Road ahead of the Owls' upcoming fixtures against Sunderland Under-21s and Huddersfield Town.

Pedersen previously indicated that Swinkels and Liongola are closest to playing, while Lowe could become available following the October 10 match. Lowe faces competition from the in-form Reece James, while the club plans to take a cautious approach with young striker Brown as he gradually increases his workload.

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