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Shea Charles’ Shocking Sheffield Wednesday Admission After Owls Break Hillsborough Curse – What’s Next?

April 25, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Shea Charles has expressed his frustration with Sheffield Wednesday’s form leading up to their crucial win over Middlesbrough. Despite a much-needed 2-1 victory on Easter Monday, which ended a six-game winless streak, Charles admits the season could have been different if key moments had gone their way. “It’s been so frustrating,” he shared, reflecting on the team’s close calls, like the missed opportunity against Hull and the disappointing result at Cardiff. As he prepares for his final appearance at Hillsborough, Charles remains hopeful that his efforts have left a lasting impression, and regardless of the result, he’s set to receive a warm send-off from the Owls fans.

Mark Robins’ Bold Half-Time Move Sparks Speculation as Stoke City Enter Season’s Crucial Final Stretch

April 14, 2025 RAYMOND 0

In a tense encounter at Cardiff, Mark Robins made a decisive half-time substitution, swapping Ali Al-Hamadi for Sam Gallagher to ensure Stoke City maintained a full squad on the pitch. Al-Hamadi, who had returned to the starting line-up after a two-week recovery from a hip injury, was involved in creating an early chance for Lewis Baker. However, his yellow card for a foul in first-half stoppage time, following an earlier warning, led Robins to act swiftly.

Robins explained after the match that the decision was a tactical one, aimed at keeping Stoke’s momentum intact without risking another booking. “Ali had run about, but I just felt he was a little bit hot-headed,” Robins said. “I couldn’t risk them throwing themselves to the ground and the referee… it was all on edge.” The move proved crucial, as Gallagher came on and helped Stoke secure a vital 1-0 victory, stretching their lead over Cardiff to five points with just four games remaining in the Championship season.