Salford City turn their focus to the EFL Trophy as they prepare to host Sheffield Wednesday at Moor Lane on Tuesday evening. The Ammies enter the competition in strong form, having won three of their last five matches across all competitions.
Recent form provides confidence
That run includes a 1-0 home victory over Swindon Town last Saturday, a result that lifted the club to 12th in the League Two table with 10 points from seven games. Joe Powell scored the decisive goal in the 77th minute, assisted by Kelly N'Mai, to secure the three points. Before that, Salford fought back to earn a 3-3 draw away at Rotherham, with Macaulay Langstaff netting a late penalty.
Manager Karl Robinson is expected to rotate his squad for the cup tie, offering minutes to players who have been on the fringes. The team's recent defensive solidity, conceding just once in their last two outings, provides a solid platform against higher-league opposition.
A look at the visitors
Sheffield Wednesday, managed by Danny Röhl, arrive having thrashed Bromley 7-2 in their last outing at the end of August. Their most recent starting lineup featured experienced campaigners like Barry Bannan and Liam Cooper. The Owls will present a significant step up in quality, offering Salford a stern test of their cup credentials.
For Salford, the match represents a chance to build momentum ahead of a return to league action away at Oldham this Saturday. The club will hope a positive performance in the EFL Trophy can fuel their push up the League Two standings, where they currently sit five points behind leaders Barnet.
