Three defeats on the spin to ‘lesser’ sides in the Championship, followed by a confident win over one of the title favourites. It’s the Wednesday Way.
Here are the player ratings from a first win at Hillsborough since February.
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1. Joe Wildsmith - 7
Made a couple of good saves to continue his bright start to life back in the Owls goal. Survived a hairy-ish moment or two. Distribution very mixed. Photo: Steve Ellis
2. Julian Borner - 7
His best performance of the season. Coped well with a fluid Bournemouth attack, something he's struggled with in previous weeks. Grew in confidence after a block of huge quality to deny Brooks. Photo: Steve Ellis
3. Dominic Iorfa - 7
One or two moments of lapsed concentration could have cost Owls, but he lead a defence that did well to keep the Cherries at bay. Strong in the air, as ever. Should have scored first half. Photo: Steve Ellis
4. Liam Palmer - 7
Could have scored twice - and it's not often you say that for Liam Palmer. Broke well out of defence at opportune times and defended solidly. Photo: Steve Ellis