Odds, referee, TV details: Everything you need to know ahead of Sheffield Wednesday v Rotherham United

The Darren Moore era at Sheffield Wednesday will begin with the huge relegation six-pointer against Rotherham United at Hillsborough tomorrow evening.

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Both sides occupy two of the bottom three spots in the Championship, with the Owls just a point behind Paul Warne’s men having played a game more than their South Yorkshire rivals.

However, more significantly, Wednesday enter the latest round of midweek games six points adrift of safety following their collapse at Luton Town on Saturday.

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As for the Millers, they’re on a horrendous run currently and will arrive at Hillsborough having lost their last five league games to leave them deep in the relegation mire.

New Sheffield Wednesday manager Darren Moore: Photo: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.New Sheffield Wednesday manager Darren Moore: Photo: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.
New Sheffield Wednesday manager Darren Moore: Photo: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire.

But how can you watch the clash between Sheffield Wednesday v Rotherham United? Here, we take you through everything you need to know…

When is the match? What time is kick-off?

The game takes place at Hillsborough on Wednesday, March 3 and kick-off is 7.45pm.

Is Sheffield Wednesday v Rotherham United on TV?

Yes, the game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.

Its coverage begins at 7.40pm and the game will be screened on its Sky Sports Action channel.

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Fans can sign up to Sky’s football channels HERE, from £18 a month on a rolling month-to-month contract.

Alternatively, NOW TV offers fans the chance to enjoy the complete Sky Sports package without any lengthy contract.

The service is streamed through an app found on most smart TVs and portable devices. It can also be accessed through a NOW TV stick.

One off fees of £9.99 for a day pass or £33.99 for a month pass can be bought HERE.

Is there any streaming available?

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Yes, iFollow passes are available for £10 via https://www.swfc.co.uk/ifollow/.

How else can I follow the game?

As ever, The Star will also be running a comprehensive live blog with team news, live updates, reaction and analysis from Alex Miller and Joe Crann – who will be among only a handful of people allowed into Hillsborough. You can follow them on Twitter via @AlexMiller91 and @YesWeCrann.

Who is the referee?

Darren Bond will be the referee for Sheffield Wednesday v Rotherham United, with Matthew Jones and Michael Georges his assistants. The fourth official is Michael Salisbury.

What are the odds?

Paddy Power is offering the following odds on the game:

Sheffield Wednesday– 13/10

Draw – 21/10

Rotherham United – 11/5

Meanwhile, Paddy Power is offering odds of 9/2 on Sheffield Wednesday’s Jordan Rhodes to score first, with Josh Windass at 5/1.

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Rotherham United’s Freddie Ladapo to score first is priced at 5/1 currently, with Michael Smith 6/1.

All odds correct at the time of writing. Over 18s only. Please gamble responsibly and Be Gamble Aware. www.begambleaware.org.

Are any tickets available?

No, supporters are not currently allowed into grounds to watch matches in England due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions set out by the Government.

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