Following the example of clubs across Europe, Hillsborough placed a number of cardboard cut outs of spectators in the North Stand.
Here are a few pictures of the, erm, roaring crowd. They were there in spirit.
5. "Programmes, three pounds!"
A steward tasked with the safety of players takes a look through the cardboard cut-outs during the game. Photo: Martin Rickett
6. Smiling after a promising first-half display?
The cardboard cut-outs offer Wednesday supporters the opportunity to 'be there' and will be in situ for each of the Owls remaining home games. Photo: Martin Rickett
7. From on high
Taken from the upper reaches of the South Stand, this snap shows the cut outs from on high. Photo: @swfc
8. Fans of all ages
Families, colleagues and supporters of all ages were joined together in the stand for what was a historic game. The unique cut-outs cost £25. Photo: Martin Rickett