Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Prediction Betting Tips & Preview

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Odds

Date: 18/04/25
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: bet365 Stadium

The Championship clash between Stoke City and Sheffield Wednesday kicks off at 15:00 on Friday, at the bet365 Stadium. This match marks a pivotal point in the season for both sides, with Mark Robins guiding Stoke through a critical survival push and Danny Röhl seeking to halt Sheffield Wednesday’s slump. The Potters, currently 18th, are fighting to steer clear of the relegation zone, while the Owls, sitting 14th, aim to rediscover form and maintain mid-table stability in the final stretch of the campaign.

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Team News

Stoke City will be aiming to continue their recent improvement as they battle to avoid relegation. The Potters are currently 20th in the Championship table with 44 points. Stoke’s home form, 7 wins, 9 draws, and 5 defeats will be crucial at the bet365 Stadium on Friday.

On the other hand, Sheffield Wednesday, currently sitting 13th with 53 points, are experiencing a difficult run of form. The Owls have failed to win any of their last five matches, with two draws and three defeats. Their away form has been decent overall, with 9 wins, 4 draws, and 8 defeats. However, Sheffield Wednesday’s defence has been vulnerable, conceding 63 goals so far this season.

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Betting Tips

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday betting tips centre around Stoke’s recent improvement and Wednesday’s worrying decline. Despite their lower league position, the Potters enter this clash as slight favourites. Robins’ side has earned two wins and two draws in their last five outings.

In contrast, Wednesday have failed to win any of their last five matches and are coming off a 1-0 defeat at home to Oxford United. While their away form this season shows some resilience, their defensive record on the road—33 goals conceded—suggests vulnerability.

Given both sides’ recent goal trends, “Both Teams to Score” is an attractive option. Wednesday have scored 31 goals against lower-ranked opposition this term but have also conceded 17 times. Stoke have found the net in 15 of their 21 home games, failing to score only six times, while the Owls have netted in 19 of 21 away fixtures.

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Match Prediction

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday prediction leans towards a narrow home win. Stoke’s recent tactical discipline under Mark Robins has produced positive results at a crucial stage of the season. Meanwhile, Wednesday’s dip in form has been compounded by a blunt attack and a leaky defence. Despite the Owls’ superior league standing, current momentum favours the Potters.

Given Stoke’s recent victory away at Cardiff and their ability to restrict opponents at home, they are tipped to edge this contest, especially with the added urgency of survival. We anticipate a scrappy encounter where individual moments will be decisive.

Match Prediction: Stoke to win. Bet with bet365.

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Correct Score Tips & Prediction

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday score prediction is 2-1 to the hosts. Stoke’s goal tally at home suggest an ability to convert chances, while Sheffield Wednesday’s average of 1.4 goals per away match implies they remain capable of scoring, even in defeat. However, with Stoke’s defence recently tightening and Wednesday struggling to create clear-cut chances, the hosts should have just enough to claim all three points.

Wednesday’s scoring record against lower-ranked teams remains respectable, but they have also shown fragility when conceding first. Stoke, on the other hand, have developed a tendency to start aggressively at home and may seek to establish dominance early.

Correct Score Prediction: 2-1 to Stoke. Bet with bet365.

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Over/Under goals prediction suggests leaning towards the Over 2.5 goals market. Sheffield Wednesday’s matches away from Hillsborough average 3.0 goals per game (1.4 scored, 1.6 conceded), while Stoke’s home fixtures average 2.4 goals per game. Crucially, both sides possess attacking players who can exploit defensive lapses, and the stakes involved could lead to an open, end-to-end battle.

Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Bet Builder Tip

Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday Bet Builder tip brings together key insights from the recent form, tactical setups, and player contributions. A solid three-part builder bet could include:

• Stoke City to win
• Both Teams to Score – Yes
• Lewis Baker to score anytime

Lewis Baker continues to be a vital source of creativity and goals from midfield for Stoke and has looked lively in recent matches. His inclusion in set-piece scenarios and long-range shooting makes him a standout pick in this market.

Bet Builder Tip: Stoke to win, both teams to score, and Lewis Baker to score anytime. Bet with bet365.

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