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Sheffield Wednesday VS Wolves Prediction and Betting Tips

Sheffield Wednesday
L W W L D
vs
14:45
25 Aug · Tue
Wolves
W D W W D
Venue: Hillsborough
Our prediction · Pre-match analysis
Total:Over: 2.5
80% confidence
1.79
Odds

As the League Cup progresses, Sheffield Wednesday prepares to host Wolves at Hillsborough on August 25th. Both teams are eager to establish their dominance, with the home side seeking to capitalize on their recent form and Wolves aiming to maintain their unbeaten streak. The stage is set for an intriguing clash between these two clubs, who have shown varying degrees of resilience in their recent outings.

Sheffield Wednesday's Steely Resolve at Home

Sheffield Wednesday comes into this match on the back of mixed results, having secured two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five encounters. At home, they have displayed a commendable fighting spirit, averaging 1.33 goals per match while conceding 1.67 goals on average. Their most recent win over Preston, with a score of 3-2, highlights their capability to edge out victories in tightly contested games. The team will be glad to have a full squad available, with no injuries or suspensions reported, as they look to leverage their home advantage against Wolves.

Wolves' Dominant Away Form

Wolves have been in exceptional form lately, boasting an impressive record of two wins and a draw in their last three away games. They have managed to keep a clean sheet in all these matches, and their average of 1.00 goal per game on the road underscores their efficiency in front of goal. With no players sidelined due to injuries or suspensions, Wolves will be confident heading into this fixture. Their recent 2-0 victory over Doncaster further emphasizes their defensive solidity and attacking prowess, making them a formidable opponent for Sheffield Wednesday.

Prediction: Goals on Both Ends

Both Sheffield Wednesday and Wolves have shown a propensity for scoring and conceding goals, which sets the stage for an engaging encounter at Hillsborough. Wolves' recent performances suggest that they have the upper hand, particularly with their superior away form. However, Sheffield Wednesday's resilience at home cannot be underestimated. Given the statistics and current form of both teams, the most likely outcome is a match where both sides find the back of the net. This prediction is bolstered by the fact that Sheffield Wednesday scores an average of 1.33 goals at home, while Wolves have been efficient with an average of 1.00 goal away. Therefore, a "Both teams to score" scenario appears highly probable, with a confidence score of 8. Additionally, fans can expect a match with over 2.5 goals, considering Wolves' offensive capabilities and Sheffield's tendency to concede.

Win Probability

Pre-match analysis
Sheffield Wednesday
Home win
18%
Draw
No bet
25%
Wolves
Away win
57%
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01.08 A Accrington ST 0 — 0 D
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Football Betting Tips

80% Confidence
Total:Over: 2.5
Both teams have shown the ability to score and concede goals in recent matches, suggesting a high-scoring game.
1.79
Odds
Total:Over: 1.5 @ 1.24 80%
Total Team 1 Over: 0.5 @ 1.58 75%

Odds

Sheffield Wednesday vs Wolves
Bookmaker 1 X 2
Pin Up Best odds 6.05 4.32 1.70 Bet now
William Hill 5.00 3.75 1.57 Bet now
Bet365 6.00 3.90 1.55 Bet now
Marathonbet 5.95 4.20 1.58 Bet now
Unibet 5.00 3.85 1.65 Bet now
Betfair 5.00 4.00 1.57 Bet now
BetVictor 5.75 4.20 1.55 Bet now
Pinnacle 5.88 4.27 1.55 Bet now
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