Sheffield Wednesday vs Queens Park Rangers: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for Sheffield Wednesday vs Queens Park Rangers in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Sheffield Wednesday vs Queens Park Rangers

• Date: Saturday, 27 September 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: Hillsborough Stadium

Match Prediction: Sheffield Wednesday 1-2 Queens Park Rangers

Sheffield Wednesday's recent form has been inconsistent, with a notable win against Portsmouth but multiple home losses. Their ability to score away from home, as seen in the draw against Wrexham, could be crucial. 

Queens Park Rangers, on the other hand, have shown strong form with three wins in their last five league games, though their heavy defeat to Coventry City suggests vulnerabilities. The match could hinge on Sheffield Wednesday's ability to exploit QPR's defensive weaknesses while managing their own inconsistent performances.

QPR's attacking prowess, demonstrated in their wins against Wrexham and Charlton Athletic, could pose a significant threat to Sheffield Wednesday's defence. However, their recent away form, including losses to Coventry and Watford, indicates potential struggles on the road.

Sheffield Wednesday will need to capitalise on their home advantage and tighten their defence to counter QPR's offensive capabilities. The game might be closely contested, with both teams looking to assert dominance early on.

Sheffield Wednesday's recent league form has been mixed, with a strong away win against Portsmouth but three home losses. Their ability to score on the road, as shown in the draw against Wrexham, suggests they can be dangerous away from home.

However, their home form is a concern, with three consecutive losses at Hillsborough. This inconsistency could impact their performance against QPR, as they will need to find a way to shore up their defence and capitalise on their attacking potential.

• Win: 2-0 vs Portsmouth (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Bristol City (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Swansea City (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Wrexham (A)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Stoke City (H)

Queens Park Rangers have shown good form recently, winning three of their last five league matches. Their ability to score goals, as seen in victories against Wrexham and Charlton Athletic, indicates a potent offensive threat. However, their heavy defeat to Coventry City highlights potential defensive frailties. 

This mix of strong attacking play and occasional defensive lapses could play a significant role in their performance against Sheffield Wednesday, where they will need to balance their offensive ambitions with a more solid defensive approach.

• Win: 1-0 vs Stoke City (H)

• Win: 3-1 vs Wrexham (A)

• Win: 3-1 vs Charlton Athletic (H)

• Loss: 1-7 vs Coventry City (A)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Watford (A)

The head-to-head record between Sheffield Wednesday and Queens Park Rangers shows the Owls with an advantage, having won three of the last five encounters. The most recent match saw Sheffield Wednesday secure a 2-0 victory away at QPR.

However, QPR did manage a convincing 4-1 win in their meeting in April 2021. This history suggests that while Sheffield Wednesday has had the upper hand recently, QPR is capable of causing an upset.

Recent Championship Results

• Queens Park Rangers 0-2 Sheffield Wednesday (25 Jan 2025)

• Sheffield Wednesday 1-1 Queens Park Rangers (14 Sep 2024)

• Queens Park Rangers 0-2 Sheffield Wednesday (06 Apr 2024)

• Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 Queens Park Rangers (16 Dec 2023)

• Queens Park Rangers 4-1 Sheffield Wednesday (10 Apr 2021)

• Pierce Charles (Shoulder) - Out

• Bailey Cadamarteri (Knock) - Out

• Nathaniel Chalobah (Hamstring) - Out

• Bruno Fernandes (Leg) - Out

• Di'shon Bernard (Knee) - Out

• Gabriel Otegbayo (Muscle) - Doubt

• Ilias Chair (Muscle) - Out

• Kwame Poku (Hamstring) - Out

• Ziyad Larkeche (Knee) - Out

• Jake Clarke-Salter (Hip) - Out

• Predicted lineup: Horvath, Iorfa, Weaver, Lowe, Palmer, Valery, Bannan, Ingelsson, Amass, Brown, Ugbo

Sheffield Wednesday's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a solid defensive structure while relying on the creativity of Barry Bannan to unlock QPR's defence. The inclusion of Iké Ugbo indicates an intent to exploit any gaps in QPR's backline with quick, incisive attacks.

• Predicted lineup: Nardi, Dunne, Morrison, Mbengue, Norrington-Davies, Varane, Madsen, Vale, Burrell, Saito, Kone

Queens Park Rangers' predicted lineup points to a strategy of maintaining possession and utilising the pace and skill of players like Harvey Vale and Richard Kone to create scoring opportunities. The presence of Nicolas Madsen in the lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a strong defensive unit while looking to counter-attack effectively.

• Liam Palmer vs Jimmy Dunne: Palmer's defensive solidity will be crucial in containing Dunne's attacking forays from the back.

• Barry Bannan vs Nicolas Madsen: Bannan's creativity will be tested against Madsen’s defensive discipline and ability to neutralise midfield threats.

• Yan Valery (Sheffield Wednesday): Valery's versatility and ability to contribute both defensively and offensively could be key for Sheffield Wednesday.

• Nicolas Madsen (Queens Park Rangers): Madsen's defensive prowess and ability to read the game will be vital in thwarting Sheffield Wednesday's attacks.

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