Peterborough United boss Luke Williams makes 'special' Sheffield Wednesday claim as play-off history addressed
Peterborough United boss Luke Williams has discussed his club’s history with Sheffield Wednesday
Peterborough United boss Luke Williams has played down the likelihood of history having an impact on his club’s reunion with Sheffield Wednesday.
The sides have not met since May 2023, when the Owls completed a remarkable comeback to dump Posh out of the League One play-offs.
Having lost 4-0 in the first leg, Wednesday completed a 5-1 rout of Peterborough back on home turf before advancing on penalties.
Luke Williams on Peterborough United’s history with Sheffield Wednesday
The so-called ‘Miracle of Hillsborough’ went down in history but Williams has a new group he feels are “protected” from the pain.
As reported by the Peterborough Telegraph, Williams said: “We don't have anyone still involved from that day so for that reason, it won’t have so much as an impact.
“It was incredible, I was away with my staff in Palma and it was as if I went away and when I came back there had been four goals. It was bizarre and crazy. I am sure that would have some effect on anyone that was involved in that, but for this group, they are protected by the fact they have no knowledge of it.
“It's a real challenge. I've been to Hillsborough a few times and it’s something special. They have some very good players, I have worked with a few of them. They are a very talented group.”
Praise for Sheffield Wednesday
Peterborough will be the hosts tomorrow (September 5), although will be wary of the fact Wednesday were winners on the road at Wycombe Wanderers earlier this week.
Williams has been full of praise for Henrik Pedersen’s men and is anticipating a tough test at the Weston Homes Stadium.
He said: “We couldn't be happier because it’s a great game for us and a big club coming to play us. I expect a big crowd so it’s a brilliant fixture for the level.
“They have quality on the pitch, but also a way of evolving their shape when they defend and attack, which is very sophisticated and causes a lot of problems. We expect to face a very well-organised team. I should think they will be one of the favourites for promotion.
“We will be doing our very best to make sure we first give our fans something to cheer and quieten the travelling fans and then that we are in the game and looking like we are there to win and attack. It’s easier said than done, but that will be the intention.”