Wednesday Show Grit as Hull’s Promotion Push Stalls at Hillsborough
So, there was plenty going on at Hillsborough as Sheffield Wednesday managed to hold high-flying Hull City to a 2-2 draw, and it turned into one of those games that felt bigger than the league table might suggest. Coming into this match, Hull were chasing momentum at the top end of the Championship and knew that three points could have lifted them into the automatic promotion places. Instead, they left frustrated, while Wednesday walked away with pride, belief, and another reminder that this squad is still fighting.
From the start, the tone was set by Wednesday’s energy. Despite being hit hard by injuries and forced to rely heavily on young players, the home side came out sharp and organised. That early intent was rewarded when Svante Ingelsson broke through to open the scoring, giving the Hillsborough crowd something to cheer about. Hull did respond, as you would expect from a team in form, and Mohamed Belloumi’s goal brought them level before half-time. Even then, it was clear Hull were not fully in control, and that sense of discomfort followed them throughout the match.
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In the second half, the pattern continued. Wednesday found another moment of quality when Bailey Cadamarteri restored their lead, once again putting pressure on the visitors. But Hull showed resilience of their own. Matt Crooks struck back quickly to make it 2-2, and from that point on, the game felt finely balanced. Hull had more of the ball and pushed for a winner, but it was Wednesday who looked determined not to let the moment slip away.
After the final whistle, the contrast in mood between the two camps told its own story. Hull manager Sergej Jakirovic was clearly disappointed. The performance was described as flat and lacking energy, especially in the first half, and frustration was aimed both at his players’ decision-making and at the officials. It was admitted that the team improved after the break, but the chance to go third in the table had already slipped away.
On the other side, Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen struck a very different tone. Pride was the main emotion. With only a handful of senior players available, the effort and togetherness shown over 90 minutes were highlighted as positives. Yes, there were defensive issues, particularly as Hull grew stronger, but the willingness to compete until the very end stood out.
In the bigger picture, Hull remain firmly in the promotion race, but this draw felt like a missed opportunity. For Sheffield Wednesday, still battling through an incredibly tough season, this point was about more than the table. It was about character, unity, and showing that even in difficult circumstances, this team refuses to roll over.
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