The Owls struggled to really get going against a strong Saints side in the opening 45, but made battle of it in the second as Lee Gregory cancelled out Adam Armstrong’s opener. Unfortunately, though, Che Adams came on to secure three points for the visitors.
Wednesday hadn’t been beaten in a league game at home since back in September last year, but it was always going to be difficult against a team that is still full of players that were plying their trade in the Premier League last season.
Here’s how we rated Wednesday’s players as their Championship campaign got underway.
5. Akin Famewo - 6
Solid enough at left back once again, a position he’s still getting used to. Defended well but maybe could’ve stepped out quicker for the opener. | Steve Ellis
6. Will Vaulks - 6
Worked really hard in the middle and offered a bit of bite when it was needed. Won a fair few tackles and was versatile dropping into the backline when required. | Steve Ellis
7. Juan Delgado - 6
Showed some sparks of what he’s about, using the ball well on occasion and trying to make things happen. Was taken off towards the end of the first half. | SWFC
8. Barry Bannan - 6
Worked tirelessly in midfield and had a fair bit of the ball in comparison to many of his teammates, put in a good shift against a good side. | Getty Images