BURTON Albion return to home action tomorrow as we welcome Sheffield Wednesday to the Pirelli Stadium (3pm kick-off) with just two league positions separating the two.
MATCH PREVIEW- SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY
BURTON Albion return to home action tomorrow as we welcome Sheffield Wednesday to the Pirelli Stadium (3pm kick-off) with just two league positions separating the two.
FORM GUIDE
Albion come into tomorrow’s fixture off the back of an impressive 2-1 victory away at Lincoln City last weekend. With the late heartbreak at home to MK Dons being the only defeat of 2022 for the Brewers, Hasselbaink’s men will look to continue this impressive start to the year.
The Owls also head into the game in fine form, with three wins in their last four games. Despite the recent hot streak, the visitors have lost their last three away games and will be looking to put that behind them tomorrow.
HEAD 2 HEAD
The two sides have only ever faced off competitively four times since Albion’s promotion to the Football League. These games came in the Brewers two seasons in the Championship where the Owls failed to get the better of Burton on any of those four occasions.
With two wins and two draws, the most recent of which came in a 3-0 Brewers win away at Hillsborough on New Year’s Day 2018. Goals from Tom Flanagan, Lloyd Dyer and Tom Naylor ensured all three points on an impressive day in Sheffield.
BREWERS TEAM NEWS
Gassan Ahadme, who was subbed early on against Lincoln due to a knee injury, is back in the squad and available for tomorrow according to Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
New signing Christian Saydee, who signed on loan from AFC Bournemouth in midweek, could feature along with the returning Harry Chapman, who arrived back on loan from Blackburn Rovers.
SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY TEAM NEWS
Darren Moore confirmed Josh Windass and Tyreece John-Jules will miss tomorrow’s game. Along with them others confirmed unavailable are Lee Gregory, Cheyenne Dunkley and Dominic Iorfa.
MATCH OFFICIALS
The man with the whistle for tomorrow’s game will be Alan Young, who will be assisted by Lisa Rashid and Peter Gooch. The fourth official for tomorrow’s fixture will be Andy Haines.
Young has issued 50 yellow cards and three reds in his 11 games so far this season.
TICKETS
Tickets for tomorrow’s game are still available to purchase online and we are urging supporters to buy in advance – so click the banner below to purchase yours!
FAMILY ZONE
Families can start their matchday experience 90 minutes before kick-off, with activities on the 3G pitch next to the BACT building.
The Family Zone will feature music, lots of games and activities, teas and coffees. Visitors will be encouraged to grab an ‘honesty flag’ to use during the game to cheer on Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink’s team which we ask you to return after the match.
The Family Zone will be open from 1.30-2.45pm.
There are also lots of fun activities to do in the family section of our website – and we are encouraging all young Brewers to write a letter to Billy and Bettie ahead of tomorrow! Click the link below to be taken to the page and get your letter to send!
https://www.burtonalbionfc.co.uk/fans/families/
MATCHDAY PLAYLIST
Our matchday playlist for the welcome of Sheffield Wednesday has been chosen by Brewers midfielder Terry Taylor - download HERE to listen now.
FOOD
DON BURGER
The popular Don Burger catering unit will be back at the Pirelli Stadium for this game, serving gourmet burgers in their usual spot on the pedestrian walkway leading from Princess Way to the Pirelli Stadium.
They will be serving their popular Don Burger and a contribution will be made to Burton Albion Community Trust - so make sure to get a burger on matchday
JACKET POTATO
The Pirelli Stadium will be offering jacket potatoes as a healthier food option from our refreshment kiosks for this weekend's game against Sheffield Wednesday.
As part of our aim to implement feedback from supporters at recent fan forums, particularly around healthier options at our refreshment kiosks, fans will be able to buy jacket potatoes this weekend, on a trial basis, alongside our usual options.
IFOLLOW
This game is not available to live stream, but you can buy an audio-only Match pass for £2.50. https://www.burtonalbionfc.co.uk/ifollow/subscribe/
SPONSORS
MATCH SPONSOR- SURE TECH SERVICES
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MATCHBALL SPONSOR- RUSSELL ROOF TILES
Russell Roof Tiles is the largest independent manufacturer of concrete derivatives in the UK pitched roofing market. Following several seasons of successful sponsorship, the manufacturer is currently the rear-of-shirt sponsor for the 2021/22 season.
The company employs 160 staff at sites in Burton and Scotland. The award-winning firm manufactures nearly one million roofing products per week, provides products for leading UK house builders and high-profile social housing and commercial projects, where sustainability and eco-credentials are of the utmost priority.
PROGRAMME SPONSOR- FIRST CHOICE
First Choice has been serving customers across the Midlands for over 40 years. Today we look after more than 1,000 professional caterers throughout the Midlands and are proud to be recognised as one of the region’s leading independent foodservice providers.
Multi-site gastro pubs, fine-dining restaurants, residential and nursing care providers, leisure and country clubs, independent cafés and tearooms, garden centres, educational establishments and the hotel and hospitality sector—all rely on our regular, six days-a-week. delivery service. For more information or to see our product range visit: www.firstchoicefs.co.uk
TEAM SHEET SPONSOR- GASKELL SAFETY
Gaskell Safety is a dedicated Health & Safety training provider based in Burton-on-Trent. The firm’s accreditations include NEBOSH, IOSH, CITB, S.P.A, NVQ’s to name but a few. There are training solutions suitable for all individuals and businesses covering construction, manufacturing, offices, fire safety, food and drink, first aid and mental health. Gaskell Safety also accommodates the CITB TOUCH SCREEN TEST for persons in the construction industry to gain their CSCS CARD.
Visit the website to see the planned courses for the year or if you would like a group booking or course delivered at your premises call 01283 777074
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MAN OF THE MATCH SPONSOR (AWAY) – RICHARD GASCOIGNE