Sheff Wed players to fulfil Leicester opener
Summary
Sheffield Wednesday's team will play their opening match of the Championship season against Leicester City despite recent challenges. The club faced delayed wages, a closed stadium section, and a canceled training match. The club is dealing with financial issues, but enough players are fit and ready for the game.Key Facts
- Sheffield Wednesday will play their first game of the Championship season against Leicester City.
- The team has faced delayed wages for players and staff during the past few months.
- A section of their stadium, Hillsborough, is closed due to safety concerns.
- The club's recent training match with Burnley was canceled because players refused to play.
- Club captain Barry Bannan confirmed the team will play against Leicester and signed a new contract.
- The team currently has only 15 first-team players available.
- Sheffield Wednesday Supporters' Trust plans a protest against the club owner during the upcoming game.
- The club has financial struggles and lost £178 million between 2015 and 2024.
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