Sheffield Wednesday’s upcoming clash with West Brom at Hillsborough in the EFL Championship will see them missing defender Di’Shon Bernard due to his suspension. This decision came after Bernard was red-carded for a handball incident during their recent 2-1 loss to Luton Town. Despite the Owls’ appeal, arguing that the ball hit Bernard’s shoulder rather than an illegal body part, the FA upheld the suspension.

The penalty awarded following Bernard’s handball allowed Carlton Morris to score twice for Luton, handing Wednesday another defeat and leaving them precariously placed third from bottom in the Championship standings. Manager Danny Rohl expressed disappointment at the failed appeal, emphasizing the need to move forward and focus on the next game without Bernard’s presence on the field.

Looking ahead to the West Brom showdown, Wednesday will recall their last meeting in April when they secured a 3-0 victory over the Baggies at Hillsborough. Despite WBA’s subsequent clinching of a playoff spot, that match marked a crucial win for Wednesday as they fought to avoid relegation. Anthony Musaba, Ike Ugbo, and Josh Windass were the heroes on that occasion, providing the goals that sealed Wednesday’s long-awaited triumph over West Brom after a string of unsuccessful attempts.