Wednesday are back in front of the Sky Sports cameras on Sunday lunchtime as Garry Monk’s side make the long trip to Swansea.
The Owls will be looking to bounce back from defeat in midweek against West Brom.
Swansea, meanwhile, have collected four points since the restart with those coming on the road v Middlesbrough (0-3) and Millwall (1-1). The Swans were defeated by a single goal to nil last weekend at the Liberty Stadium by Luton.
Here’s what you need to know ahead of the game in our detailed match preview:
MATCH DETAILS
- Date: Sunday, July 5th 2020
- Kick-off, 12pm
- Sky Bet Championship
- Liberty Stadium
iFOLLOW AND SKY SPORTS
Supporters are reminded that because this game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, single match passes are not on sale.
Season Ticket holders, who have selected the iFollow rebate bundle, can watch the match live on iFollow.
2019/20 RUN-IN RULE REMINDERS
Substitutions
The number of substitutes used during a match which will increase from three to five players, with the matchday squad increasing to 20.
• Each team will have a maximum of three opportunities to make substitutions
• If both teams make a substitution at the same time, this will count as one of the three opportunities for each team.
• In a normal 90 minute fixture, once all three opportunities have been used, no further substitutions can be made.
Walkout protocol
• Players and match official entry will be staggered onto the pitch.
• There will be no handshakes. Players to take up on pitch positions in the same half as they warmed up ready for kick off.
OWLS MEGASTORE
Back at base, the Owls are reminding supporters that the Ticket Office, Megastore and Meadowhall store remain closed until further notice.
TEAM NEWS
SWFC: The positive news coming from the Owls’ camp ahead of Sunday’s match is the potential return of defender Julian Börner.
A dead leg from the 2-1 win over Bristol City ruled Börner out of the West Brom fixture on Wednesday.
Tom Lees (hamstring) could also figure in South Wales. The captain was sidelined against the Baggies but could return to action on Sunday.
Osaze Urhoghide (knee) will be out a little longer as the young defender continues with his recovery.
Loanee Josh Windass (thigh) is expected to return to training next week.
Swansea: The Swans have been dealt a double injury blow ahead of Sunday’s visit of the Owls.
Centre backs Ben Wilmot (knee) and Joe Rodon (ankle) have been ruled out for the rest of the season.
Highly rated defender Rodon has been linked with a move to the Premier League after an impressive campaign from the 22-year-old.
As back up options, Marc Guehi and Ben Cabango could be in line to fill the void, although full backs Kyle Naughton and Jake Bidwell have experience in central defence.
THE MANAGER
💻 Team news, recent form, away trips and Swansea.. Some of the talking points during today's virtual press conference #swfc
— Sheffield Wednesday (@swfc) July 3, 2020
FORM
Owls: LLDWL
Swansea City: DDWLD
LAST MEETING – 9 November 2019
LAST FIVE V SWANSEA CITY
Owls 2-2 Swansea City - 9 November 2019 - Championship
Owls 3-1 Swansea City - 23 February 2019 - Championship
Swansea City 2-1 Owls – 15 December 2018 – Championship
Swansea City 2-0 Owls - 27 February 2018 – FA Cup
Owls 0-0 Swansea City - 17 February 2018 – FA Cup