Both Sheffield Wednesday and Bristol City are in need of the three points after suffering defeats in the previous round. Bristol City usually plays good football even away from home, which makes this upcoming match a direct clash for survival and a difficult one to predict.
Looking at the recent head-to-head record between the two teams, it suggests a game with few goals. The current form comparison between the two sides favors the away team, with the home team struggling defensively. Bristol City, on the other hand, has had problems at the back when playing away.
Despite the challenging prediction for this direct confrontation, Sheffield Wednesday has a good chance of coming out victorious. The last encounters between these two teams have resulted in 1 win for the home team, 2 draws, and 2 wins for the away team.
This season, Sheffield Wednesday has averaged 1.4 goals per game, while Liam Manning's team (Bristol City) has averaged 1.2 goals per game. This suggests that both teams are capable of finding the back of the net, but also highlight potential defensive vulnerabilities that could be exploited by the opponents.
Sheffield Wednesday's coach is Danny Röhl, while Bristol City's coach is Liam Manning. The outcome of this match will likely depend on which team can best capitalize on the weaknesses of the other and make the most of their goal-scoring opportunities. It will be a crucial game for both teams in their quest for survival and securing important points in the league standings.