Here’s how Wednesday have got on in their last 15 opening day fixtures...
9. 2010/11: Dagenham and Redbridge. 2-0 win
An easy win for Wednesday on this occasion, who cruised to a 2-0 victory in front of their own fans. Photo: Clive Brunskill
10. 2009/10: Barnsley. 2-2 draw.
A tough start to this season saw Brian Laws' side throw away a two goal first half lead, as Jason Butterfield and Jon Macken earned their side a point. Photo: Jamie McDonald
11. 2008/09: Burnley 4-1 win
A barnstorming start to the campaign saw Wednesday give the Clarets a Hillsborough hiding, with Marcus Tudgay and Akpo Sodje both bagging a brace. Photo: David Rogers
12. 2007/08: Ipswich Town. 4-1 loss
In the words of Brian Laws: “it was almost kamikaze stuff”, as the Owls were torn apart by a rampant Ipswich Town back in '07. Photo: Jamie McDonald