Sheffield Wednesday have shown notable progress compared to their time under Xisco Muñoz. The recent last-minute victory over Coventry City marked their third win of the 2024/25 Championship season. Although the start under Danny Rohl hasn’t been as strong as many had hoped, with the preseason optimism not fully reflected in their results so far, the team’s performances have undoubtedly improved. Several of their new signings are beginning to find their footing, leading to more cohesive displays on the pitch.
At Hillsborough Stadium, Sheffield Wednesday are working to make their home ground a more formidable venue for opponents. The recent away win against Coventry highlights their efforts to turn around their underwhelming away form as well. While there’s still work to be done, Rohl’s side is clearly making strides in the right direction.
Despite the challenges early in the season, this year’s start has been a significant improvement compared to the struggles the team faced under Xisco Muñoz at the beginning of the 2023/24 campaign. The progress, though gradual, reflects a positive shift in performance and outlook for the club.
Sheffield Wednesday 2024/25 season compared to life under Xisco Munoz
Sheffield Wednesday’s start to the 2023/24 season under former manager Xisco Muñoz was nothing short of disastrous. Muñoz’s tenure was marked by a failure to secure a single league victory, with his only win in all competitions coming in a scrappy EFL Cup First Round match against Stockport County, which they won on penalties. His team struggled immensely, and by this point in the season, it was clear the club was in trouble.
Fast forward nine games into the 2024/25 campaign, and the improvement under Danny Rohl is evident. Rohl’s side currently sits 15th in the Championship table with 11 points, a significant step up from the two points Muñoz’s team managed in the same period last year. The difference in performance is particularly striking when looking at goal-scoring. Under Muñoz, Wednesday managed just five goals, while Rohl’s squad has already netted 11.
Defensively, there’s also been noticeable progress. The team’s structure and organization under the German coach have tightened, with Rohl’s side conceding three fewer goals compared to the same stage last season. Overall, the early signs under Rohl show a much more balanced and competitive Sheffield Wednesday.
Sheffield Wednesday have clear identity under Danny Rohl
Although Sheffield Wednesday hasn’t consistently achieved the results necessary to push them into the upper tiers of the Championship standings, they have undeniably established a clear playing identity. Head coach Danny Röhl has successfully instilled his tactical approach, and the team’s performance reflects his influence. His methods are becoming more apparent as the squad adapts to his style of play.
In a similar vein to his early days in the job, Röhl has identified a preferred starting eleven that is likely to be relied upon throughout the season. While this might seem like a straightforward task for a manager, it’s something his predecessor, Xisco Muñoz, struggled to achieve during his tenure. Röhl’s ability to solidify his first-choice team offers a sense of stability that had been lacking.
Expectations for Sheffield Wednesday were set high, especially with many believing that Röhl, given the chance to shape his own squad with new signings, would lead the team to a strong position in the league. Although this rapid rise hasn’t yet materialized, there are signs that the team is beginning to find its rhythm in the 2024/25 Championship season. As things continue to improve, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Wednesday turn their season around from this point forward.