The Owls conceded two unanswered goals in each half as their hosts ran riot, Wednesday trying out new things on the field as they sought to break lines against a side well versed in high-pressing - at Champions League level no less. With 11 subs made at half-time and plenty of miles in the legs, the 4-0 score line does not mean Wednesday will not have got plenty out of the battle against a side operating on a different level.
There was plenty of effort shown and some bright moments in Bavaria. Here are our player ratings from the Red Bull Arena.
5. Marvin Johnson - 6
Laid on a swazzing, threaded ball to Cadamarteri for the Owls chance of the game. Always showed for it, but a couple of touches let him down. | UGC / Steve Ellis
6. Olaf Kobacki - 5
Pushed off the ball a few times and seemed to slip more than a pony on rollerblades - was he wearing studs? In all seriousness, like all the attacking players he struggled to get much joy but showed huge willing. He's quick, too. | SWFC / UGC
7. Barry Bannan - 5
Broke lines nicely a couple of times and started a couple of Wednesday's few first half attacks. Battled away against a busy opposition midfield. | UGC / Steve Ellis
8. Liam Palmer - 5
A little off the pace in moments but stuck at things in the face of a bouncing Salzburg midfield. | UGC / Steve Ellis