The Owls were able to scrap out an even first half, shading the play and going in goalless. But Tyrese Campbell’s poked winner from the second phase of a set piece proved enough to turn the game in United’s favour, Wednesday unable to create a great deal against what is to date one of the most successful defensive units in the division.
Squeezed out on the day, the defeat stretches Wednesday’s goalless run in derby clashes to four matches and pushes them into the final international break of the year in the 15th place.
Here are our ratings from a nip-and-tuck defeat at Bramall Lane.
9. Marvin Johnson - 6
Was not at all impressed with being taken off and made no secret of it. Got into a battle on the left and did well, though he wasn't afforded much opportunity to do much damage in possession. | UGC
10. Josh Windass - 6
Provided some decent touches in the first half, though they were few, and worked hard off the ball. Took on shots. Off spent with 10 to go. | UGC
11. Iké Ugbo - 6
Certainly got the memo on letting them know he was there early doors. Harried, won headers, worked hard but had few touches with limited opportunity. Just isn't quite going for him at the minute. Off for Musaba with 16 left. | UGC
12. Michael Smith - 6
On to rattle some cages midway through the second dig. Provided something to aim at, though United were largely able to close him out. Worked his socks off. | UGC