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Summer signing could make first Sheffield Wednesday start as response required vs Doncaster

Five talking points ahead of Sheffield Wednesday’s League One clash with Doncaster Rovers at Club Doncaster Sports Village on Saturday afternoon.

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 9:00 AM
Summer signing could make first Sheffield Wednesday start as response required vs Doncaster
Key Things to Know
  • Summer loan signing Ali Al-Hamadi could make his first Sheffield Wednesday start against Doncaster Rovers.
  • Sheffield Wednesday must replace the suspended Jamal Lowe and Callum Slattery following a 2-0 defeat to Notts County.
  • Defender Di'Shon Bernard is ruled out through a knee injury, while Liam Cooper faces a late fitness assessment.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sheffield Wednesday travel to Doncaster Rovers on Saturday aiming to bounce back after their nine-game unbeaten run ended with a 2-0 defeat to Notts County. Manager Henrik Pedersen faces forced changes in attack with Callum Slattery and Jamal Lowe suspended, potentially opening the door for summer loan signing Ali Al-Hamadi to make his first start for the Owls alongside Kieran Morrison.

Pedersen must also resolve defensive issues as Di'Shon Bernard is sidelined with a knee injury, while Liam Cooper faces a late fitness check. Doncaster Rovers, managed by Grant McCann, enter the clash following consecutive defeats, sitting just outside the League One relegation zone on goal difference. Sheffield Wednesday will also seek their first away clean sheet of the current league campaign.

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