LEEDS return to Championship action following their FA Cup exploits at Arsenal.
Marcelo Bielsa’s side were desperately unlucky to come away from the Emirates on the wrong end of a 1-0 defeat after a blistering first-half performance.
Marcelo Bielsa was left to rue his sides missed chances in the first halfCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
They’re in pole position for a return to the Premier League but are searching for a first home league win in three after back-to-back draws.
Sheffield Wednesday have enjoyed a good season under Garry Monk yet have lost their last three on the bounce after a poor Christmas period.
The Leeds midfield battled for everything in a spirited performanceCredit: Rex Features
What time is kick-off?
THIS Yorkshire derby will be held on Saturday, January 11.
Kick-off at Elland Road is at 3pm.
When Wednesday last visited this ground, they were on the end of a narrow 1-0 defeat thanks to Jack Harrison’s second half strike.
Is Leeds vs Sheffield Wednesday on TV?
SADLY you won’t be able to watch this game live on TV in the UK.
Championship games broadcast in midweek can be viewed on the iFollow service and selected matches are shown on Sky Sports Red Button.
But this match falls under the blanket ban on TV coverage for UK matches which is between 2.45pm and 5.15pm on a Saturday.
Catch highlights on Quest instead, whilst here on SunSport we’ll keep you up to date with all the latest developments in the race for the Premier League.
What is the team news?
Marcelo Bielsa gave Leeds’ fans some great news ahead of their clash against Sheffield Wednesday, after announcing that star man Pablo Hernandez will be fit to play on Saturday.
Jamie Shackleton will also return, while Luke Ayling and Patrick Bamford are available.
Meanwhile, the Owls are set to be without Steven Fletcher for up to ten weeks after he had a scan on his knee.
Match odds
- Leeds to win – 4/7
- Match to be a draw – 29/10
- Sheffield Wednesday to win – 19/4
*Odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
