How Danny Rohl’s Sheffield Wednesday Transforms from Xisco Muñoz’s Struggles: A Season-to-Season Comparison

07/10/2024 Raymond 0

Sheffield Wednesday has established a clear playing identity under head coach Danny Röhl, despite not consistently achieving the results needed to climb the Championship standings. Röhl has effectively communicated his tactical approach to the squad, and his influence is becoming evident in their performances. He has also identified a preferred starting eleven, which is likely to be utilized throughout the season—a feat that his predecessor, Xisco Muñoz, struggled to accomplish.

Although expectations were high for Röhl to lead the Owls to a rapid rise in the league, this turnaround has not yet occurred. However, there are encouraging signs that the team is beginning to find its rhythm in the 2024/25 Championship campaign, suggesting that a positive shift may be on the horizon.

Free agent finds new home after Sheffield Wednesday departure

10/07/2024 Raymond 0

Sheffield Wednesday signed Adam Alimi-Adetoro two years ago after he impressed them during a trial. Before moving to South Yorkshire, he played for Leixlip United and Athlone Town. Over the past couple of seasons, he has been a key player for Sheffield Wednesday’s Under-21 team. Standing at 6ft 5in, the Irish defender made his first and only competitive appearance for Sheffield Wednesday in an FA Cup match against Fleetwood Town in February 2023. Despite training with the senior team on several occasions and participating in the pre-season trip to Spain last summer under former manager Xisco Munoz, his progression to the starting XI was hindered, leading Sheffield Wednesday to make the difficult decision to release him.

Sheffield Wednesday: Josh Windass and Will Vaulks developments will not help Dejphon Chansiri – View

16/06/2024 Raymond 0

Sheffield Wednesday faces a pivotal summer after securing their Championship status. The Owls seemed set for an immediate return to League One following a disastrous start under Xisco Munoz. However, under Danny Rohl’s guidance, they managed a remarkable turnaround, finishing 20th and ensuring their survival. Fears of losing Rohl were alleviated when he signed a new long-term contract last month.

Rohl now focuses on rebuilding the squad, with loanees like James Beadle and Jeff Hendrick returning to their parent clubs, and several players, including Ciaran Brennan and George Byers, being released. Cameron Dawson, Liam Palmer, Dominic Iorfa, Di’Shon Bernard, Will Vaulks, Barry Bannan, and Josh Windass were offered new deals, but only Palmer and Bannan have committed so far. Dawson seeks regular first-team football elsewhere, and Vaulks has joined Oxford United, while Windass, amid interest from multiple clubs, is the latest to reject a new contract. These departures heighten scrutiny on owner Dejphon Chansiri as the club navigates this crucial period.