Sheffield Wednesday vs Wigan Athletic predictions, Sep 12, 2026

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Sheffield Wednesday

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As Sheffield Wednesday prepares to host Wigan Athletic on September 12, 2026, both teams will be keen to capitalize on their varying recent forms. Sheffield Wednesday enters this fixture with positive momentum, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 matches. Their recent play displays a robust tactical setup, often characterized by effective pressing and solid defensive organization, which has allowed them to capitalize on opposition errors.

In contrast, Wigan Athletic has faced a more challenging run, achieving 2 wins in their last 5 outings. While Wigan exhibits resilience and can be dangerous in transition, their overall consistency has been in question recently. The odds reflect this dynamic, with bookmakers favoring Sheffield Wednesday at 1.99 for a home victory, while Wigan’s odds stand at 3.43 for an away win.

Model predictions further suggest a 48.5% likelihood of a home win, indicating that Sheffield Wednesday holds a slight advantage. However, with Wigan’s ability to surprise on the counterattack, this matchup promises to be competitive. As both teams vie for crucial League One points, the outcome remains uncertain, emphasizing the unpredictability of football.

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Sheff Wed
50.9%
Draw
24.8%
Wigan
24.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

Outrights of English League One Sheffield Wed: 12.41% Wigan: 0.96%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.86 3.89 3.87
betsson 1.89 3.65 3.80
MarathonBet 1.84 3.78 3.86 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.80 3.80 3.75
Pinnacle 1.88 3.76 3.66
Best for US Customers 1.83 3.75 3.85

Latest Results

05.09.26 Peterborough United – Sheffield Wednesday – 1:2
01.09.26 Wycombe Wanderers – Sheffield Wednesday – 1:2
29.08.26 Sheffield Wednesday – Bromley FC – 7:2
25.08.26 Sheffield Wednesday – Wolverhampton Wanderers – 0:2
20.08.26 Sheffield Wednesday – Bradford City – 0:1
05.09.26 Wigan Athletic – Stockport County – 0:4
02.09.26 Wigan Athletic – Milton Keynes Dons – 3:1
30.08.26 AFC Wimbledon – Wigan Athletic – 1:0
22.08.26 Wigan Athletic – Leyton Orient – 0:2
18.08.26 Wigan Athletic – Aston Villa U21 – 3:2

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sheff Wed won 3.
  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • Recently, Wigan has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Sheff Wed is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 13 head-to-head matches, Sheff Wed won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 15:16. (average 1.2:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Sheff Wed won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 7:5. (average 1.2:0.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    23.07.22 Wigan Athletic – Sheffield Wednesday – 4:1
    08.02.22 Sheffield Wednesday – Wigan Athletic – 1:0
    28.09.21 Wigan Athletic – Sheffield Wednesday – 1:2
    28.01.20 Wigan Athletic – Sheffield Wednesday – 2:1
    05.10.19 Sheffield Wednesday – Wigan Athletic – 1:0

    Standings

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Sheffield Wed 5 4 0 1 13:6 7 12
    2 Huddersfield 5 3 2 0 10:4 6 11
    3 Stockport County 5 3 0 2 13:6 7 9
    4 Bradford City 5 3 0 2 5:4 1 9
    5 Burton 5 2 2 1 10:7 3 8
    6 Cambridge Utd 5 2 2 1 9:8 1 8
    7 Luton 5 2 2 1 11:11 0 8
    8 Reading 4 2 1 1 11:5 6 7
    9 Leyton Orient 5 2 1 2 10:6 4 7
    10 Oxford Utd 4 2 1 1 9:6 3 7
    11 Blackpool 5 2 1 2 9:7 2 7
    12 Notts County 5 1 4 0 7:6 1 7
    13 Plymouth 5 2 1 2 7:8 -1 7
    14 Barnsley 5 2 1 2 6:8 -2 7
    15 Stevenage 5 1 3 1 9:6 3 6
    16 Mansfield 5 2 0 3 8:11 -3 6
    17 Leicester 5 1 2 2 4:7 -3 5
    18 MK Dons 5 0 4 1 7:9 -2 4
    19 AFC Wimbledon 4 1 1 2 2:7 -5 4
    20 Peterborough 5 1 1 3 3:9 -6 4
    21 Bromley 4 1 1 2 4:13 -9 4
    22 Doncaster 5 0 3 2 6:8 -2 3
    23 Wycombe 5 0 3 2 7:12 -5 3
    24 Wigan 5 1 0 4 5:11 -6 3

    English League One Outrights

    1. Sheffield Wed: 6.54 (12.41%)

    2. Huddersfield: 6.54 (12.41%)

    3. Leicester: 6.6 (12.3%)

    4. Luton: 7.28 (11.15%)

    5. Stockport County: 8.08 (10.05%)

    6. Bradford City: 11.8 (6.88%)

    7. Plymouth: 17 (4.78%)

    8. Milton Keynes Dons: 19.4 (4.18%)

    9. Oxford Utd: 25 (3.25%)

    10. Reading: 25 (3.25%)

    11. Blackpool: 35.4 (2.29%)

    12. Wycombe: 35.4 (2.29%)

    13. Mansfield: 35.4 (2.29%)

    14. Cambridge Utd: 41 (1.98%)

    15. Leyton Orient: 41 (1.98%)

    16. Barnsley: 53.4 (1.52%)

    17. Doncaster: 65.4 (1.24%)

    18. Stevenage: 77.4 (1.05%)

    19. Wigan: 84.2 (0.96%)

    20. Notts County: 100.2 (0.81%)

    21. Burton: 100.2 (0.81%)

    22. AFC Wimbledon: 110.2 (0.74%)

    23. Peterborough: 110.2 (0.74%)

    24. Bromley: 130.2 (0.62%)

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