Sheffield Wednesday vs Hull City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Sheffield Wednesday vs Hull City
• Date: Friday, 26 December 2025
• Kick-off: 15:00 GMT
• Venue: Hillsborough

Sheffield Wednesday are coming into this match on the back of a tough run of form, with four losses and a draw in their last five games. Despite this, they'll be looking to turn things around at home against Hull City. With a predicted 3-4-1-2 formation, they might focus on a solid defensive structure while relying on the creativity of Bannan and the attacking prowess of Cadamarteri and Lowe to break through Hull's defence.

Hull City, on the other hand, have been in much better shape, winning four out of their last five matches. Their confidence will be high, and they'll likely stick to their successful 4-4-2 formation. With players like Crooks and Millar in midfield, and McBurnie and Joseph up front, they have the firepower to exploit any weaknesses in Sheffield Wednesday's defence. This could be a challenging match for the home side.

Sheffield Wednesday have had a rough patch recently, losing four out of their last five games. Their most recent defeat was a 1-3 loss away to Ipswich, which adds to the pressure as they face Hull City at home. The team will need to find a way to boost their confidence and turn their form around if they hope to get a positive result in this match.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 1-3 vs Ipswich (A)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Derby (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Watford (A)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Preston (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Millwall (A)

Hull City are in excellent form, having won four of their last five games. Their latest victory was a 1-0 win at home against West Brom, which should give them a significant boost in confidence. With this momentum, they'll be looking to continue their winning streak against Sheffield Wednesday, who have been struggling lately.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 1-0 vs West Brom (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Millwall (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Wrexham (H)
• Loss: 1-4 vs Middlesbrough (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Stoke City (A)

The head-to-head record between Sheffield Wednesday and Hull City shows a competitive rivalry. In their most recent encounter on 05 Apr 2025, Hull City won 1-0 away from home. However, Sheffield Wednesday have had their share of success, winning 2-0 at Hull City on 26 Nov 2024 and securing a 3-1 victory at home on 01 Jan 2024. The matches between these two teams often produce close and exciting contests.

Recent Championship Results

• Sheffield Wednesday 0-1 Hull City (05 Apr 2025)

• Hull City 0-2 Sheffield Wednesday (26 Nov 2024)

• Sheffield Wednesday 3-1 Hull City (01 Jan 2024)

• Hull City 4-2 Sheffield Wednesday (12 Aug 2023)

• Sheffield Wednesday 0-1 Hull City (01 Jan 2020)

• Sean Fusire (International Duty) – Out

• Yan Valery (International Duty) - Out

• Ernie Weaver (Foot) – Doubt

• Guilherme Siqueira (Achilles) – Doubt

• Olaf Kobacki (Groin) – Out

• Di’shon Bernard (Knee) - Out

• Semi Ajayi (International Duty) – Out

• Brandon Williams (Calf) – Doubt

• Kasey Palmer (Ligament) – Out

• Nathan Tinsdale (Knee) – Out

• Eliot Matazo (Knee) – Out

• Joe Gelhardt (Calf) – Doubt

• John Lundstram (Knee) - Out

• Predicted lineup: Charles (GK), Lowe (DF), Iorfa (DF), Cooper (DF), Palmer (MF), Ingelsson (MF), Bannan (MF), Amass (MF), McNeill (MF), Cadamarteri (AT), Lowe (AT)

Sheffield Wednesday are expected to line up in a 3-4-1-2 formation, with Iorfa, Cooper, and Lowe forming a solid back three. The midfield quartet of Palmer, Ingelsson, Bannan, and Amass will provide both defensive cover and creative support for the attacking duo of Cadamarteri and Lowe.

• Predicted lineup: Pandur (GK), Coyle (DF), Hughes (DF), Egan (DF), Giles (DF), Belloumi (MF), Crooks (MF), Slater (MF), Millar (MF), McBurnie (AT), Joseph (AT)

Hull City are likely to stick with their successful 4-4-2 formation, with Coyle, Egan, Hughes, and Giles forming a strong defensive line. The midfield will be controlled by Belloumi, Slater, Crooks, and Millar, who will look to feed the ball to the attacking pair of McBurnie and Joseph.

• McNeill vs Coyle: McNeill's pace and finishing will be tested by Coyle's defensive solidity.

• Bannan vs Millar: Bannan's creativity will need to outshine Millar's energy and pressing in midfield.

• Palmer (Sheffield Wednesday): Palmer's versatility and work rate will be crucial for Sheffield Wednesday's midfield balance.

• Crooks (Hull City): Crooks' ability to control the midfield and contribute to attacks will be key for Hull City.

Sheffield Wednesday vs Hull City at 15:00 GMT on Friday, 26 December 2025 is being broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports+

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Sheffield Wednesday 1-2 Hull City in this match

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