Sheffield Wednesday 2010/11 Away kit Medium

Condition: ★★★★★ 

This extremely rare fanela is in fantastic condition and a size Medium. It was manufactured by Puma.

Sheffield Wednesday is a club with a rich history and several interesting facts:

1. Historic Origins: Sheffield Wednesday was founded in 1867, making it one of the oldest football clubs in the world. Originally established as a cricket club, they transitioned to football in the 1870s.

2. Early Success: They were one of the founding members of the Football League in 1888. The club has a history of competitive success, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

3. FA Cup Triumphs: Sheffield Wednesday has won the FA Cup three times, with victories in 1896, 1907, and 1935.

4. League Championships: The club has won the English top division championship four times (1903–04, 1928–29, 1929–30, and 1930–31).

5. Hillsborough Stadium: Their home ground, Hillsborough Stadium, has been their home since 1899. It's known for its impressive architecture and has a capacity of around 39,000. The stadium also gained significant attention due to the tragic Hillsborough disaster in 1989.

6. Rivalries: Sheffield Wednesday has a fierce rivalry with Sheffield United, known as the Steel City Derby. The matches between these two clubs are highly anticipated and often fiercely contested.

7. Owls: The club is nicknamed "The Owls," a reference to the original club's emblem, which featured an owl perched on a branch.

8. Historic Players: Over the years, the club has been home to several notable players, including the likes of Chris Waddle, who was part of the squad in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

In the 2010/11 season, Sheffield Wednesday had a challenging campaign. Here's a summary of their performance across all competitions:

1. League One (English third tier):

   • Sheffield Wednesday finished in 15th place. They ended the season with 55 points, which was a disappointing performance given the club's ambitions.

2. FA Cup:

   • They were knocked out in the Fifth Round of the FA Cup.

3. League Cup (EFL Cup):

   • Sheffield Wednesday was eliminated in the 2nd Round.

4. Football League Trophy (EFL Trophy):

   • They reached the Semi Finals.