Sheffield Wednesday created history by defeating Sunderland to secure their Championship status.
Sheffield Wednesday pulled off one of the greatest escapes in football history.
The Owls were entirely written off and took a massive risk by appointing the untested Danny Rohl in October.
But seven months later, Sheffield Wednesday have officially beaten the drop, at the expense of Huddersfield Town and Birmingham City, both of whom were relegated on the final day.
Wednesday defeated Sunderland 2-0, thanks to goals from regulars Liam Palmer and Josh Windass.
Sheffield Wednesday have put themselves into the league’s history books by winning and ensuring their Championship safety.
Sheffield Wednesday and Danny Rohl made history following Sunderland’s triumph.
Sheffield Wednesday began the season poorly under Xisco Munoz.
He left without a single win in 12 games as manager, whereas Rohl finished with 15 in the Championship.
Sheffield Wednesday completed the season in 20th place after spending much of the season at the bottom of the table, with a three-point gap between themselves and Birmingham City in 22nd.
The Owls did not win a single league game until October, when they defeated Rotherham United 2-0, becoming the first Championship team to avoid relegation after going winless in their first 13 league games.
What now for Sheffield Wednesday?
Now, perhaps, Sheffield Wednesday’s true work begins.
After several years of languishing, the club now possesses an immensely significant asset in Rohl, as well as impetus to move forward.
Dejphon Chansiri and Rohl have a lot to do this summer, and if Rohl doesn’t get his way, he may (rightfully) consider alternative offers.
Following this amazing reversal, Rohl will undoubtedly be in high demand.
Sunderland is one of the teams linked, and its fans may be hoping he takes over this summer following an outstanding away performance on Saturday.
But it appears like Rohl will make a serious effort with Sheffield Wednesday, who can finally breathe after this season’s upheaval.
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