Sheffield Wednesday 2007/08 Away kit Small

Condition: ★★★★★ 

A pretty rare kit in great condition. This kit was manufactured by Lotto. The size is Small.

Sheffield Wednesday is one of the oldest and most storied football clubs in England, with a rich history full of interesting facts. Here are some unique and notable tidbits about the club:

1. Origins as a Cricket Club

• Sheffield Wednesday originally started as a cricket club in 1820, known as "The Wednesday Cricket Club." The football team was formed in 1867 to keep the cricket players fit during the winter. The name “Wednesday” comes from the day of the week when the members of the original cricket team would play.

2. One of the Oldest Football Clubs in the World

• Formed in 1867, Sheffield Wednesday is one of the oldest professional football clubs in the world. It predates the formation of The Football League (1888) and was one of the founding members of the league.

3. Hillsborough Stadium

• Sheffield Wednesday’s home ground, Hillsborough Stadium, is one of the most iconic football grounds in England. It was opened in 1899 and has hosted numerous significant matches, including World Cup 1966 matches and European Championship 1996 matches.
• Unfortunately, Hillsborough is also known for the tragic Hillsborough Disaster in 1989, where 96 Liverpool fans tragically lost their lives during an FA Cup semi-final match between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest.

4. The First Football Club to Win a British Trophy Twice

• Sheffield Wednesday won their first major trophy, the FA Cup, in 1896. In 1907, they won the FA Cup for the second time, making them the first club to win the trophy twice.

Sheffield Wednesday's 2007–08 season was their 106th competitive season and their third consecutive year in the Football League Championship after being relegated from the Premier League in 2000. This campaign saw the club struggle significantly, both in the league and in cup competitions. Below is a summary of their performance in all competitions:

Championship League (2007–08)

• Final Position: 16th place
• Points: 55
• Record: 13 wins, 16 draws, 17 losses
• Top Scorer: Marcus Tudgay (11 league goals)

Sheffield Wednesday began the season poorly, suffering a number of defeats and spending time near the bottom of the league table. By October, they were in the relegation zone, leading to calls for manager Brian Laws to be sacked. However, they managed to turn their form around in the second half of the season, eventually securing a mid-table finish. A key moment was their 4–1 victory over Norwich City in the final game of the season to ensure survival in the Championship.

FA Cup (2007–08)

• Performance: Third Round
• Result: Eliminated by Derby County
  • They were knocked out by Premier League side Derby County, losing 2–1 at Pride Park.

League Cup (Carabao Cup) (2007–08)

• • Performance: Third Round
• Result: Eliminated by Everton
  • Sheffield Wednesday reached the second round after defeating Rotherham United 3–1 in the first round but were beaten 3–0 by Premier League side Everton in the second round.

Key Players

• Marcus Tudgay: Top scorer for the club in the league with 11 goals.
• Deon Burton: Played a pivotal role in attack, scoring important goals during the season.
• Lee Bullen: The experienced captain, contributing to their eventual survival with his leadership.

Unique Nickname: "The Owls"

• The club’s nickname, "The Owls," comes from their move to the Owlerton district of Sheffield in 1899, where Hillsborough is located. However, prior to this, they were known as “The Blades,” a name now associated with their cross-city rivals, Sheffield United.

Longest Unbeaten Run

• Sheffield Wednesday holds the record for the longest unbeaten home run in English football league history, with a staggering 37 matches unbeaten at Hillsborough between 1960 and 1961.