Sheffield Wednesday’s standings in the 2024-2025 English Foootball League Championship season have settled at 12th position as the campaign concludes. The Owls accumulated 58 points from their 46 matches, finishing comfortably mid-table in one of the world’s most competitive second-tier football leagues.
Season performance breakdown
The Yorkshire club’s campaign can be characterized as steady if unspectacular. With 15 wins, 13 draws, and 18 losses, Sheffield Wednesday demonstrated reasonable consistency without threatening the promotion places. Their goal difference of -9 reflects a team that competed well but struggled at times, particularly defensively, having conceded 69 goals while scoring 60.
This mid-table finish represents a solid achievement for a club that has experienced significant fluctuations in performance over recent seasons. The Championship is notoriously difficult to navigate, with many former Premier League clubs competing for promotion.
Comparison to league leaders
The gap between Sheffield Wednesday and the promotion places illustrates the competitive nature of the Championship:
- Leeds United (1st): 100 points, 42 points ahead of Wednesday
- Burnley (2nd): 100 points, 42 points ahead
- Sheffield United (3rd): 90 points, 32 points ahead
- Sunderland (4th): 76 points, 18 points ahead
- Coventry City (5th): 69 points, 11 points ahead
The significant points difference between Wednesday and the automatic promotion places (occupied by Leeds United and Burnley with 100 points each) highlights the dominance of the top teams this season. The local rivalry with Sheffield United adds another dimension, with the Blades finishing 3rd and 32 points ahead of Wednesday.
Home form at Hillsborough
Hillsborough Stadium, with its impressive 39,814 capacity, has remained a significant factor in Sheffield Wednesday’s campaign. The historic venue continues to provide one of the Championship’s mo st atmospheric settings, though home form has been mixed throughout the season.
The stadium’s size and passionate support base represent one of Sheffield Wednesday’s greatest assets. Even in a season of mid-table performance, attendance figures have remained strong, demonstrating the loyal fanbase that continues to support the team regardless of position.
Leadership and historical context
Captain Barry Bannan has continued to be the heartbeat of the team throughout the 2024-2025 campaign. His leadership on the pitch has been vital in securing the points that have kept Wednesday in a respectable league position.
This season’s 12th place finish should be viewed in the context of Sheffield Wednesday’s rich history. The club has known greater glories, including their famous 1991 League Cup triumph when, as a second-tier team, they defeated Manchester United 1-0. That victory remains one of the most celebrated moments in the club’s modern history.
Looking at the numbers
The statistics tell the story of Sheffield Wednesday’s season. Their points total of 58 from 46 games gives them an average of 1.26 points per match – the definition of mid-table form in the Championship. The goal difference of -9 indicates a team that has been competitive in most matches without dominating.
With 15 wins representing a win percentage of approximately 33%, Wednesday have won roughly one in every three matches, Their 13 draws show a team that has been difficult to beat on many occasions, while the 18 losses reflect the challenges of competing in such a demanding league.