In a three game week, Wednesday were able to make just one change to their starting line-up against an Ipswich Town side that repeatedly shuffled their pack with five switches and one match-turning triple sub. The Owls battled hard and had their own moments but were unable to hold back a second half tide as the promotion-chasing Tractor Boys got their collective acts together.
There were snarling efforts in the Wednesday line-up and there’ll be some sore bodies among them. But the hunt for a home win goes on.
Here are our ratings from a chilly, sunny, starting-to-feel-like-the-end-of-the-season Hillsborough.
1. Pierce Charles - 6
Dealt with a couple of awkward high balls with ease. One collection on 72 minutes was brave and done brilliantly. | UGC
2. Sean Fusire - 6
Tenacious as ever against the ball. Had a tough assignment coming up against the lively Jack Clarke but stuck at it. Not as bright going forward but it wasn't that sort of afternoon for him. Was adjudged to have fouled Clarke for the penalty. | UGC
3. Liam Palmer - 7
Mr 501. Grafted and snarled his way through. Assured and calm; a leader's effort. Looked exhausted by the end - he's putting himself through it. | UGC
4. Dominic Iorfa - 6
Back into the starting line-up and did nicely, covering ground to halt a couple of attacks. Slowed up a touch but largely kept up with the battle in only his second 90-minute outing since New Year's Day. | UGC