Prediction in league one!
Wednesday have collected 19 points from 12 League One matches, compared with Blackpool’s 11 points from 11 games. Blackpool have conceded 11 goals in their last five league matches, while Wednesday have won four consecutive head-to-head meetings against them.
Match: Wednesday vs Blackpool
League / Competition: League One
Our Pick: Wednesday to win
Odds: 1.80
Market: Match Winner
Analyst Confidence: 5/5
Sheffield Wednesday have a good opportunity to secure an important home victory against Blackpool at Hillsborough. The Owls have made a stronger start to their League One campaign, collecting 19 points from 12 matches and scoring 21 goals. Their attacking numbers have been encouraging, averaging 1.75 goals per league game.
Blackpool, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency and currently sit 20th in the table with just 11 points. Their defensive problems have been particularly concerning, conceding 20 goals in 11 matches. They have also shipped 11 goals across their last five league fixtures, including a disappointing 4-1 defeat against Mansfield.
Wednesday have shown they can produce convincing attacking performances at home, highlighted by their impressive 5-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon. Although their recent league results have been mixed, they remain a more consistent side than Blackpool this season.
The head-to-head record provides another reason to favour the hosts. Sheffield Wednesday have won each of the last four meetings between these teams, giving them a strong psychological advantage heading into this fixture.
With home advantage, better league numbers and Blackpool’s defensive struggles, Sheffield Wednesday look well positioned to take all three points.