Following a third consecutive loss in the Championship, Sheffield Wednesday fans are growing increasingly worried about the team’s performance.

While the Owls were given some leeway for their lackluster displays against Sunderland and Leeds United, the 3-0 defeat to Millwall on the most recent matchday did not sit well with supporters. Sheffield Wednesday has struggled to find the back of the net since their 4-0 victory over Plymouth Argyle on the first day of the season, conceding a total of nine goals in their last three games.

Criticism of the Yorkshire club has been mounting over the past few weeks, with the recent defeat pushing many fans to their breaking point. Journalist Joe Crann highlighted a crucial deficiency in the team’s game, particularly their poor handling of set pieces, both defensively and offensively. He stressed the importance of excelling in this aspect, especially in the competitive environment of the Championship.

Despite enjoying more possession, Sheffield Wednesday was thoroughly outplayed by Millwall, managing only four shots compared to the opposition’s 18. The Lions’ third goal came from a corner that should have been easily dealt with by the visiting team, showcasing their vulnerability in defending set pieces.

The team’s struggles with set pieces are not new, as it has been a lingering issue from the previous season. Scoring goals from set pieces has also been a challenge, with the Owls netting only ten such goals last season, placing them among the lowest in the league.

With the international break looming, manager Danny Rohl faces the task of implementing significant changes to address the team’s shortcomings. Despite expectations of reinforcing the defense with a new center-back signing before the transfer deadline, Sheffield Wednesday failed to secure any new additions.

The decision was made by the German manager to substitute Dominic Iorfa with Michael Ihiekwe, a move that did not manage to salvage the team’s poor defensive performance, with Wednesday showing disappointments in recent weeks. While lacking in height defensively, with players like Bernard, Iorfa, and Shea Charles standing at 6 ft 1, they struggle against taller opponents during set pieces. Noteworthy, the team comprising shorter players like Windass, Bannan, Valery, and Lowe, all under 5 ft 9, faces challenges in aerial battles—a weakness they share with other Championship clubs. Manager Rohl must utilize the international break to strengthen both defensive and offensive strategies before their next QPR fixture.