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Owls to make decision on popular defender after surprise inclusion – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield Wednesday gave popular defender Glenn Loovens a surprise final appearance against Norwich City after deciding not to offer him a new contract. The match marked the end of the former captain’s time at Hillsborough, where he had been an important and well-liked figure. Loovens was selected despite not featuring in the squad since early…
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Latics hit four past Sheffield Wednesday to head into new season with momentum – Oldham Times
Oldham Athletic scored four goals against Sheffield Wednesday in their final preparation for the new season, giving the Latics a confidence-boosting result. The performance matters because it provides positive momentum and evidence of attacking sharpness before competitive fixtures begin. The match was a pre-season encounter rather than a league game, so the result does not…
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SUFC News: What Wilder said about Souttar return chances as future hint emerges – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has discussed the likelihood of defender Harry Souttar returning, while also indicating that the player’s longer-term future may be under consideration. The comments matter because Souttar’s availability could affect the club’s defensive options, and any decision over his future may shape squad planning. The available material does not include the…
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SUFC News: Wilder addresses Hamer transfer speculation with United stance clear – thestar.co.uk
Chris Wilder has addressed speculation over Gus Hamer’s future by making clear that Sheffield United do not intend to let key players leave cheaply. The midfielder is expected to attract interest after the Blades missed promotion to the Premier League, but the club’s stance suggests any potential buyer would need to meet its valuation. Hamer,…
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‘Frustrated’ – SWFC player ratings from heavy pre-season defeat to Oldham Athletic – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield Wednesday suffered a 4-0 pre-season defeat away to Oldham Athletic, a result that prompted a largely critical set of player ratings. The match matters as it was the Owls’ final public warm-up before competitive football resumed, exposing concerns over defensive organisation, squad depth and readiness. Oldham’s Calum Kavanagh and Keenan Appiah-Forson scored, while a…
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Report: Tigers 3-1 Sheffield United XI – Worksop Town FC
Worksop Town FC completed their pre-season campaign unbeaten with a 3-1 win over a young Sheffield United XI at the KC Sofas Stadium on 1 August 2026. The Tigers dominated much of the game, particularly in the first half, using long-ball tactics to target forward Vaughan Redford, and the result rounds off their preparations before…
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SUFC News: United ratings v Bochum as Hamer shrugs off transfer speculation – thestar.co.uk
Sheffield United drew 0-0 with VfL Bochum in their final pre-season friendly, with the match providing a largely low-key conclusion to their preparations. The focus was also on Gustavo Hamer, who played the full match despite continuing speculation over his future, suggesting he remained fully involved with the squad. United were initially under pressure and…
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Sheffield MP ‘pleased’ as Planning Inspectorate calls on council to review non-green belt housing land options
Sheffield MP Clive Betts said he was pleased after the Planning Inspectorate asked Sheffield Council to reconsider whether sufficient non-green-belt land could be used for housing development. The intervention matters because it could affect how much protected green-belt land the council proposes to release for new homes. The Inspectorate’s request appears to relate to the…
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Reece James back at Sheffield Wednesday… why not? – thestar.co.uk
Former Sheffield Wednesday defender Reece James has returned to train with the club and featured as a trialist in a pre-season friendly against Accrington Stanley. The 32-year-old is a free agent after leaving Rotherham United, and his appearance could lead to a possible reunion if he impresses manager Henrik Pedersen. James helped the Owls win…
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Sheffield café loses thousands after street power outage
A Sheffield café said a power outage affecting its street caused losses of thousands of pounds by disrupting normal trading. The incident highlights how utility failures can quickly affect small businesses that rely on electricity for equipment, sales and stock. The café was reportedly unable to operate as usual while power was unavailable, with knock-on…