The Owls’ wait for a home win continued this weekend as a Sam Long goal in the 79th minute secured victory for the visitors, giving them their first win away from home since New Year’s Day. The result meant that Wednesday’s three-month wait for three points at Hillsborough has been extended even further, and they’ve now lost five at home on the bounce.

Wednesday created chances on the day, but failed to convert them in what has become a familiar story at S6, and their manager felt that – in the end – Gary Rowett’s team were good value for their win – also admitting that it is currently a ‘tough time’ for his players.

Sheffield Wednesday boss left disappointed

“I’m disappointed,” he told the media afterwards. “I think we had some moments in the game, but all in all I think the opponent tried and wants this win more. In the end they deserved it. I think when you look how you controlled the games and phases it was okay, with sometimes the building up too slow, and the final moment in the final third, 100% to go and find a teammate – it was not what I want to see.

over the course of the last 10 matches in the Championship, no team in the division has picked up fewer points than the Owls have, and they’re now almost as close to the relegation places as they are to the play-offs. Next up is a trip to Stoke City on Friday night.

Southampton legend makes eyebrow-raising claim about not wanting Danny Rohl

Francis Benali believes Danny Rohl’s experience is limited to the Championship. Benali remains hesitant about whether Rohl can deliver up to the expectations of the Southampton job.

Honestly, has any club had it as chaotically unique as Southampton right now? Well, one can be poor on and off the field, and miserable in transfer calls, but now being at the aim of almost every pundit, that’s rare.

Now, the Saints’ relationship with critics Paul Merson and Don Goodman needs no introduction. But, lately, even the club icons haven’t spared them.

Notably, while it was icon Alan Shearer earlier, announcing the Saints’ relegation which recently turned true, this time it’s Francis Benali with an intriguing claim.

And yes, it’s on none other than the club’s managerial saga.

Now, admit it or not, among all the managers linked with Southampton, Danny Rohl enjoys the support of the St. Mary’s faithful the most. In fact, some might’ve even started dreaming of a Saints era under the Sheffield boss.

But, coming back to reality, has the reality shaped up this way? Definitely not. Instead, lately, the Saints found themselves more distanced from the boss than ever.

Notably, as if that wasn’t enough, comes Benali’s spicy comments on Rohl. Speaking on Southampton’s managerial rumours, Benali voiced clear hesitation on his appointment.

Benali alarms Southampton before Danny Rohl’s appointment

Speaking to the Daily Echo, Benali said of Rohl: “Although he has done a good job at Sheffield Wednesday, I am slightly hesitant about him.”

Sure, that’s a splash of cold water on the St. Mary’s faithful’s dream, but the club icon ain’t wrong too. In fact, it’s not been a new concern either, his lack of promotion success or top-flight exposure dims the shine on an otherwise impressive profile for a Saints job.

Know what’s alarming further? Every time Southampton has gone against Benali’s wish recently, they have suffered. Recall, for instance, Juric’s defensive rigidness that led to a crucial loss.

Now, that’s what makes the Saints’ situation even more tricky. What should the club do? Go with Rohl against Benali’s claim or play it safe to avoid any suffering.