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The Wednesday Week is the original Sheffield Wednesday podcast, bringing Owls fans the latest Sheffield Wednesday news, match reaction, transfer updates, interviews, fan debate and analysis throughout the season.Hosted by Dan Fudge, Stevie, Ash, Hollie, Jon, Simon and Charlie, The Wednesday Week has been at the heart of the SWFC fanbase for over 16 years, covering the highs, the lows and everything in between. Whether it's breaking Sheffield Wednesday news, discussing the latest performances at Hillsborough, analysing transfer rumours or debating the biggest talking points surrounding the club, you'll find it here.As proud winners of the Football Content Awards...

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Hello From The Other Side - Salford City (a)
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09/20/2026

After the last couple of disappointments at home in the league attention turns to the vertu trophy and a very first visit to Salford City for the boys in blue and white.

We are joined by Danny from One Up Front to preview Tuesday nights game. Is the cup something they are looking forward to, is it high on their list and Danny gives us his thoughts on Morrison.

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Hello From the Other Side 26/27 - Stockport County (h)
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09/16/2026

Ash is joined by Steve from The Scarf Bergara Wore Podcast to preview the upcoming Saturday 3pm kick off as top of the table Owls take on Stockport County who currently sit 8th in the league.

We bet you would never of thought that you would hear us compare Guinness Book of Records but that's right Steve comes with three entries but will they top Ash's?

Stockport County lost one of their influential back room staff in Simon Wilson who has found himself part of the new set up at Hillsborough we hear Steve's take...


Sitting pretty, just!
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09/14/2026

Well well well not many people would have had a bore draw on their betting slip for this one but thats the danger when you have top playing bottom.

Sheffield Wednesday welcomed Wigan to Hillsborough on Saturday as the owls look to extend their unbeaten run and add to the generous points total they have after five games. Ash is joined by Jon and Tom as they review the game in which SWFC werent at their best and could be lucky to come away with a point.

The lads discuss the return to U21 action...


Hello From the Other Side 26/27 - Wigan (h)
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09/09/2026

Sheffield Wednesday vs Wigan Athletic is the focus of our latest Hello From The Other Side as the Owls prepare to welcome the Latics to Hillsborough in League One.

Dan is joined by George from the Progress With Unity Podcast to get the Wigan Athletic perspective ahead of the game.

We discuss Wigan’s difficult start to the 2026/27 season, the pressure on Gary Caldwell, whether performances have been better than the results suggest and what’s gone wrong for the Latics so far.

We also look at Wigan’s summer recruitment, the players Sheffi...


6 Points away, Olé Olé
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09/07/2026

What a week it’s been for Sheffield Wednesday! The Owls came from behind to beat Wycombe, battled past Peterborough and ended the weekend sitting top of League One—but it wasn’t all good news, with Louie Barry ruled out for up to three months.

We look back at both victories, the controversial incidents at Adams Park, another sold-out away end, the arrivals of Jaden Heskey and Davis Keillor-Dunn, the new blackout third kit and whether expectations at Hillsborough have already shifted towards promotion.

Is this Wednesday side the real deal? Join Dan and the ga...


Hello From the Other Side 26/27 - Peterborough United (a)
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09/03/2026

Sheffield Wednesday travel to London Road to face Peterborough United — but what can the Owls expect from Posh?


On the latest Hello From The Other Side, Dan Fudge speaks to Charlie from Up The Poshcast to get the Peterborough United perspective ahead of the League One clash.


We discuss Posh’s start to the season, pre-season expectations, life under Luke Williams and that remarkable 5-1 Carabao Cup victory at Watford. We also take a look at Peterborough’s summer recruitment, the new arrivals making an impression and the players Sheffield Wednesday need to watch...


My Wednesday - The Man Behind The Mask
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09/03/2026

For 20 years, thousands of Sheffield Wednesday supporters have known him simply as Barney Owl. Now, the man behind the mascot, Jimbo (@aleandaudio), joins The Wednesday Week to tell his story.

Jimbo takes us right back to how he became Barney Owl, including the unusual interview process, his first appearances at Hillsborough and what it was like working alongside the legendary Ozzie Owl.

We find out what an average matchday actually involves when you're inside one of Sheffield Wednesday’s famous mascot costumes, hear some of his favourite memories from two decades at SWFC and relive tw...


The Magnificent Seven
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08/31/2026

Sheffield Wednesday. Seven goals. Nine goals in one afternoon. New signings. Injuries. And potentially another new arrival on the way. It’s certainly not been a quiet week at Hillsborough!

⚠️ A quick heads-up before we get going – we have a few sound issues right at the start of the show, but they don’t last long and everything soon gets back to normal. Stick with us!

This week on The Wednesday Week, we’re looking back at an extraordinary few days for Sheffield Wednesday, starting with Tuesday night’s 2-0 Carabao Cup defeat to Wolves before getting...


Hello From the Other Side 26/27- Wycombe Wanderers
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08/30/2026

Sheffield Wednesday travel to Adams Park to face Wycombe Wanderers on Tuesday night — but what can the Owls expect from the Chairboys?

On the latest Hello From The Other Side, @danfudge is joined by @danclarkpr from @heroesofhp12 to get the Wycombe Wanderers perspective ahead of the League One clash.

We discuss Wycombe’s difficult start to the season, the reaction to their 5-1 defeat at Stockport County, Michael Duff, pre-season expectations, summer recruitment and the players Sheffield Wednesday need to watch.

We also find out where Wycombe can hurt Wednesday, where the Chairboys coul...


Hello From the Other Side 26/27 - Bromley (H)
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08/27/2026

Sheffield Wednesday welcome Bromley to Hillsborough this weekend, but what can the Owls expect from the Ravens?

On the latest Hello From The Other Side, Dan Fudge speaks to Matt Hall from Ravens Weekly, who also happens to be Bromley’s stadium announcer, for the inside track ahead of Sheffield Wednesday vs Bromley.

We talk about Bromley’s remarkable rise through the EFL, life under Andy Woodman, their start to the League One season, summer signings, Michael Cheek, the players Wednesday need to watch and how the Ravens might approach a trip to Hillsborough.

Pl...


Party, Pooped
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08/24/2026

Sheffield Wednesday 0-1 Bradford City | The Wednesday Week


How did Wednesday lose that one?


The Owls’ first home league game of the 2026/27 season ended in defeat as Bradford City left Hillsborough with all three points thanks to Aden Baldwin’s goal just two minutes into the second half.


But does the scoreline tell the whole story?


Dan Fudge is joined by the team to pick apart Sheffield Wednesday 0-1 Bradford City, including Wednesday’s promising first-half performance, the chances that went begging, the decisive Bradford goal, Henrik Peders...


HFTOS - Wolverhampton Wanderers
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08/23/2026

We are on the road to Wembley (maybe!) Its the second round of the League Cup and we welcome newly relegated premier league team Wolverhampton Wanderers to Hillsborough.

Ash is joined by Dave from  ⁨@TalkingWolves⁩  to preview Tuesday nights game.

Are the Wolves faithful confident?

What do they think of SWFC?

Is it League Cup or League the most important thing for each team?

And if not Wolves which team Midlands team would Dave support!!!


#swfc #wawaw #wolves

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Hello From Another Side 26 27 - Bradford City (h)
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08/19/2026

Sheffield Wednesday vs Bradford City is the focus of our latest Hello From The Other Side as the Owls prepare for their first home game of the 2026/27 League One season at Hillsborough.

Dan is joined by Ewan from The 1911 Podcast to get the Bradford City perspective and take a closer look at Graham Alexander’s tactics. How will the Bantams set up against Sheffield Wednesday? Where are their biggest strengths and weaknesses, who are the players to watch, and where can Henrik Pedersen’s side look to hurt them?

We also discuss Bradford’s expectations for th...


Hello From the Other Side 26 27 - Bradford City (h)
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08/19/2026

Sheffield Wednesday are back at Hillsborough for a Yorkshire clash with Bradford City — but what can the Owls expect from the Bantams?


On this episode of Hello From The Other Side, Dan Fudge is joined by Johnny from the  @ChickensPodcast  to get the Bradford City perspective ahead of the game.


We look back at Bradford’s impressive first season back in League One, whether Graham Alexander’s side can go one better and mount a genuine promotion challenge, the Bantams’ summer recruitment and the players Wednesday need to watch.


There’s also a loo...


Storch, Slattery and the Cheek of it All
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08/17/2026

🎙️ NEW PODCAST | THE WEDNESDAY WEEK

Sheffield Wednesday are off and running! 🦉🔵⚪️

This week, Jake AKA PunkChef joins the gang as we look back at Wednesday’s 2–1 opening-day win at Leyton Orient and everything else from another eventful week at Hillsborough.

We get into David Storch’s ambitious talkSPORT interview, those increasingly intriguing Jamie Vardy rumours, David Bruce revealing almost £9m of investment into Hillsborough, Matt Hamshaw’s return, ticket prices, stadium improvements, safe standing and much more.

Plus — what did we learn from the first League One game, and just how different does Sheffield W...


Hello From the Other Side 26/27 - Leyton Orient (a)
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08/12/2026

Dan Fudge speaks to Steve from @orientoutlook ahead of Sheffield Wednesday’s trip to Leyton Orient in League One.

We get the O’s perspective on expectations for the 2026/27 season, what Wednesday can expect tactically and whether this summer’s rebuild has addressed the issues Richie Wellens highlighted in his scathing assessment of the squad at the end of last season.

There’s also a closer look at some of Orient’s summer business, including Isaac Hayden, Jaze Kabia and the other new arrivals, as well as the key players Wednesday need to worry about and the ar...


Fortress Hillsborough
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08/10/2026

Join The Wednesday Week LIVE tonight at 8pm as we look back at another busy week at Sheffield Wednesday and the start of the 2026/27 season.

We begin with Wednesday’s 1-0 victory over Bolton Wanderers in the first round of the Carabao Cup, discussing the performance, the standout moments and what we learned from Henrik Pedersen’s side. We’ll also be following and reacting to the Carabao Cup second-round draw as Wednesday discover who they’ll face next.

There’s plenty to discuss away from the game too. We take a closer look at the signin...


Hello From the Other Side 26/27 - Bolton Wanderers
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08/06/2026

The Wednesday Week is back with another Hello From The Other Side, as we look ahead to Sheffield Wednesday's Carabao Cup opener against newly-promoted Championship side Bolton Wanderers.


This week, Dan Fudge is joined by Ryan from Trotter Chatter to get the Bolton perspective ahead of the trip to Hillsborough. After meeting in the first round of the League Cup last season, the two clubs renew acquaintances with plenty having changed over the past 12 months. Bolton arrive as a Championship club following promotion, while Wednesday begin a new chapter under Henrik Pedersen in League One.

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Reality Check
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08/03/2026

🎙️ The Wednesday Week is back!

Dan Fudge is joined by Hollie, Stevie and Ash to break down another huge week in the world of Sheffield Wednesday.

💛 The new away kit

⚽ Accrington & Oldham pre-season friendlies

🤔 Has Reece James played his way back into contention?

🔥 Is the pressure already on Henrik Pedersen?

👋 Iké Ugbo's exit, the social media fallout and Kris Wigfield's response

We also look back on what was an incredible day at Owls in the Yard, reflecting on another fantastic celebration of the Wednesday community and everyone who hel...


A Warm Saturday Afternoon In Vienna
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07/27/2026

The countdown to the new season continues, but after an encouraging pre-season build-up, Sheffield Wednesday were brought back down to earth with a difficult afternoon against Stoke City in Austria.

This week, we look at what we can really take away from the performances, whether the results matter, and what Henrik Pedersen's comments afterwards tell us about the state of his squad.

We also dissect David Storch's open letter to supporters, discuss the club's financial framework, David Bruce joining the Board, the latest transfer rumours surrounding Nathaniel Chalobah, Tommi O'Reilly and Kane Taylor, plus Liam...


Pre-season Preamble with Alex Miller
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07/25/2026

Join Dan as he catches up with The Star's Sheffield Wednesday reporter Alex Miller to discuss everything that's happened during the Owls' pre-season as the countdown to the new campaign continues.


With Sheffield Wednesday's behind-closed-doors friendly offering another glimpse into Henrik Pedersen's side, Dan and Alex discuss what can be taken from the reports and what we've learned about the squad so far. They also ask whether there's been a noticeable change in Henrik Pedersen's demeanour now that he no longer has to protect the club and its players from the uncertainty that surrounded last season.<...


Upgrades and Underway
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07/20/2026

This week in the world of SWFC its not just the squad that is going through an upgrade we have updates regarding the training ground and a new place to have a prematch pint with a living legend.

SWFC have headed off east to the first part of their European preseason tour which stops off in Hungary and onboard the plane is a GK that is well known to fans and thats Cammy Dawson, is he signing or is he just there to help out.

These and more in this weeks episode of your favourite...


New Kits, New Keeper and New Kid Town
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07/14/2026

Joe Lumley is officially a Sheffield Wednesday player, Louie Barry has arrived at Hillsborough, and the Owls' brand-new kit is finally here.

Join Dan Fudge, Ash, Simon and Hollie as they discuss all the latest developments at Sheffield Wednesday, including what Lumley brings between the sticks, why Louie Barry could be one of the most exciting signings of the summer, and their verdict on the club's new look for the 2026/27 season.

With transfer activity continuing, plenty of optimism surrounding the club's new direction, and another busy week of Owls news to dissect, there's no shortage...


When Harry Met Barry?
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07/06/2026

It's been another busy week in S6 as the squad continues to take shape ahead of the new League One campaign.

We look at the departures of Svante Ingelsson and Olaf Kobacki, the arrival of highly-rated Aston Villa defender Sil Swinkels, and the growing speculation surrounding Pierce Charles' reported move to Manchester City. There's also plenty to discuss on the rumoured arrivals front, with Harry Gray seemingly on his way from Leeds United and fresh reports linking the Owls with a permanent move for Louie Barry.

Elsewhere, Barry Bannan has sent the fanbase into meltdown...


Work Starts Now!
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06/29/2026

On this week's show, we reflect on an exciting week of signings, transfer rumours and fixture releases.


As preseason begins in earnest, the squad overhaul has begun with Liam Cooper, Max Lowe, Ricardo Santos, Jordi Liongola and Callum Slattery all signing deals that will see them plying their trade at Hillsborough next season.


Rumours continue to circulate as to who is next to feature in this season's seemingly RnB album-inspired photoshoot, with some exciting names continuing to be linked with the Arise revolution.


There's also the small matter of the...


Dan Boots Off!!
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06/23/2026

This week on The Wednesday Week, what started as a perfectly sensible discussion about Sheffield Wednesday's biggest Sliding Doors moments quickly descended into chaos.


The plan was simple: explore the butterfly effect of key moments in SWFC history. What if Wednesday had beaten Crystal Palace in 2010? What if Eric Cantona had signed for the Owls etc...


Unfortunately for Dan, the rest of the gang had other ideas.


What follows is a journey through key jangling, fan culture, football tribalism and a few long-held opinions that have apparently been bubbling away...


Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust Special
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06/15/2026

Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust Special | Jake & James Join The Wednesday Week

Tonight on The Wednesday Week, Dan and Ash are joined by Jake and James from the Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust for an open and honest discussion about the Trust, supporter representation and the future of fan engagement at Sheffield Wednesday.

Following recent discussions on the podcast and questions raised by supporters, Jake reached out to join us and address some of the topics that have been circulating amongst the fanbase. This episode provides an opportunity to hear directly from the Trust about its work...


The World Cup Week
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06/08/2026

🌍⚽ THE WORLD CUP WEEK | Sheffield Wednesday Meets International Football! 🦉

Tonight on The Wednesday Week, we're putting a World Cup spin on proceedings as Dan Fudge is joined by Stevie, Jon and Simon to build their ultimate Sheffield Wednesday & International Football XIs.

Which Owls legends would make the cut alongside some of the greatest players ever to play the game? Expect nostalgia, debate, controversial selections and plenty of laughs along the way.

We'll also be discussing the latest news surrounding Sheffield Wednesday's pre-season tour, and what it could mean as preparations continue for the new camp...


Hot Topics
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06/01/2026

🔥 HOT TOPICS! 🔥

No subject is off limits as the latest edition of Hot Topics sees the Wednesday Week panel take on another batch of listener questions from the Sheffield Wednesday community.

This week, we debate whether we'd rather see Sheffield Wednesday win League One or England lift the World Cup, choose between Barry Bannan and Jamie Vardy for next season, discuss the away days and fixtures we're most looking forward to, and offer our one piece of advice for Henrik Pedersen ahead of the new campaign.

Elsewhere, we tackle a footballing dilemma about Premie...


"There's Quite A Lot Of Work To Do"
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05/25/2026

Tonight on The Wednesday Week, we take a deep dive into the Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust AGM and the hugely encouraging words from new CEO David Bruce as a new era begins at Hillsborough.

We discuss Bruce’s vision for the club, the state Sheffield Wednesday was left in behind the scenes, recruitment plans, fan culture, infrastructure issues and what supporters can realistically expect from the 2026/27 season under David Storch’s ownership.

We also tackle the biggest talking point to emerge from the AGM — the proposal for a Sheffield Wednesday Supporters Trust representative to join the cl...


That Was the Week That Was
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05/18/2026

New era, new optimism… and plenty to talk about.

This week on The Wednesday Week, we break down Sheffield Wednesday’s record-breaking season ticket launch as Owls fans crash the systems in their rush to back the club under new ownership.

We also discuss David Storch’s latest statement to supporters, the appointment of David Bruce as CEO, ambitious plans for the training ground, and what it all could mean for the future of the club.

Elsewhere, we react to the retained and released list — including the departure of Dominic Iorfa after more than 220...


Take My Money?
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05/15/2026

Todays the day lots of us have been waiting for its ST renewal day. Join us as we discuss all the new prices and categories that have been released. Also have the club done enough or could they have done better.

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Season Review (Yes Really)
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05/11/2026

The 2025/26 season will not live long in the memory for Sheffield Wednesday supporters — unless, of course, you enjoy chaos, misery and complete dysfunction.

In this special season review episode of The Wednesday Week, Dan Fudge is joined by Ash, Stevie and Charlie to look back on a campaign filled with misfiring strikers, fan protests, off-field turmoil, managerial upheaval, and the staggering statistic of going an entire calendar year without a home league win.

From the disastrous summer buildup to another deeply frustrating finish, the panel analyse where it all went wrong for Sheffield Wednesday, the mo...


Your Wednesday - Kris Wigfield
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05/08/2026

Sheffield Wednesday’s dramatic takeover saga has finally come to an end — but the questions surrounding the club’s administration, EFL intervention and future under David Storch and Arise Capital are only just beginning.

In this exclusive interview, Kris Wigfield of Begbies Traynor — the man who oversaw the deal that rescued Sheffield Wednesday — joins us for the second time during this extraordinary process, having first appeared with us at the very beginning of the administration saga.

Now, with the takeover finally complete, Wigfield speaks candidly about the 175-day administration process, the collapse of rival bids, the contro...


Heroes, Zeroes and New Beginnings
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05/04/2026

Ash is your host and he is joined by Hollie, Stevie and Lee to go over the excitement of what happened on the pitch before and during the game.

SWFC fans got a glimpse into the future as the new owner consortium played a couple of blinding videos on the scoreboard which culminated in the loudest roars you will ever hear for 0 points.

What a day it was in the sun and after the excitement we still had a game to review.


#swfc #wawaw

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Hello From The Other Side - WBA 25/26
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04/30/2026

We are joined by Adrian from  ⁨@Liquidator_⁩  podcast to loosely preview Saturdays lunchtime kickoff against WBA.

With only pride to play for and the fans bringing the party atmosphere does Adrian think that the players will be on the beach or with the newly appointed fulltime manager ex player James Morrison have any of that. West Brom and SWFC have many things in common not least points deductions and maybe american based owners, we chat on how that works for West Brom and its fans.


#swfc #wawaw #westbromwichalbion

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A Club at the Crossroads: BBC Reporter Dale Johnson
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04/29/2026

Dan Fudge catches up with BBC reporter Dale Johnson to discuss the ongoing situation at Sheffield Wednesday F.C. and what could happen next.

In this podcast and YouTube interview, Dale gives his view on the club’s financial uncertainty, ownership questions, possible EFL action, and why the story has become one of the biggest talking points in English football.


If you follow Sheffield Wednesday, the EFL, or the wider issues of football finance and club governance, this conversation offers clear insight into where things stand and what the next few weeks could mean fo...


One Of Our Own
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04/27/2026

Dan is back in the hotseat as we are joined by The Star new SWFC reporter Liam Norcliffe to review the two games in the last week.

A narrow defeat to Boro midweek and a horrendous performance defeat to Oxford that had already been relegated earlier on in the day.

Ash has his say on one of the youngsters he wanted to see more from and we ask Is Will Grainger Good Enough?


#swfc #wawaw

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Calendar Year Curse
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04/20/2026

Ash is your host this week and hes joined by Hollie,Si and Charlie to make it the TWW equivalent of ABBA.

The guys have the envious task of reviewing the 1-1 draw at home to Charlton Athletic, was it a pen? did we deserve more?

The potential new owner releases a statement to the fans and theres a Hot Topic to discuss.

#swfc #wawaw

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Hello From The Other Side Charlton Athletic Home 25/26
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04/16/2026

Ash is joined by Louis from Charlton Live to preview this Saturdays home game against Charlton Athletic.

Its the penultimate chance for SWFC to get the illusive first home win of the season and get closer to the 0 point tally.

How does Louis think the Addicks will get on? A win will all but ensure their Championship status for another season, will they get it at The Owls expense.


#swfc #wawaw #cafc

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