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Two old heads are unlikely – but deserved – candidates for Sheffield Wednesday award

Who should win Owls accolade?

By Liam Norcliffe · The Star

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 11:06 AM

Key Things to Know

Liam Cooper and Reece James are key contenders for Sheffield Wednesday's player of the month award.
Cooper recorded consecutive clean sheets and earned back-to-back man of the match honors in League One.
James has performed consistently at left-back while covering for the injured Max Lowe.

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Sheffield Wednesday defenders Liam Cooper and Reece James have emerged as strong candidates for the club's player of the month award. Cooper, who signed a one-year deal in June, has impressed with consecutive clean sheets and back-to-back man of the match performances in League One.

James has consistently filled in at left-back during Max Lowe's injury absence after joining following a relegation campaign with Rotherham United. Other contributors mentioned for the monthly accolade include Jamal Lowe, Joe Lumley, Louie Barry, and Kieran Morrison.

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