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The English Carabao Cup second-round match between Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United at Hillsborough ended in a 1-1 draw, with Sheffield Wednesday ultimately winning 3-0 on penalties. Leeds dominated possession with 80%, while Sheffield Wednesday had just 20%. Leeds also heavily outshot Sheffield Wednesday, 25 to 6, and had 7 shots on target compared to Sheffield Wednesday's 2. Karl Darlow's own goal in the 63rd minute put Sheffield Wednesday ahead, but Jayden Bogle equalized for Leeds in the 81st minute. Despite Leeds' dominance in possession and shots, they couldn't find a winning goal.
The AI prediction favored a Sheffield Wednesday win, which was incorrect in regulation time. The AI also didn't expect a balanced game. The predicted win probability for Sheffield Wednesday was 47.1%, while Leeds had a 26.2% chance. The draw probability was 26.7%. Sheffield Wednesday, playing in the Championship, used a 3-5-2 formation, while Premier League side Leeds United opted for a 4-2-3-1.
Sheffield Wednesday's recent form has been inconsistent, with a few draws and losses in the Championship alongside their Carabao Cup progression. Their next match is against Swansea City in the Championship. Their previous Carabao Cup match against Bolton also went to penalties after a draw. They have struggled defensively, conceding goals in their recent league matches. In contrast, Leeds United, fresh off promotion, are adapting to the Premier League. They're coming off a heavy loss to Arsenal but previously defeated Everton.
Leeds United's next game is against Newcastle United in the Premier League. They will be aiming to bounce back from the defeat against Arsenal and the Carabao Cup exit. While Leeds dominated in possession and shots on Tuesday's game, their inability to convert chances proved costly. The team needs to improve their finishing.
Historically, previous games between Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United have been closely contested, mostly in the Championship. However, Leeds has had the upper hand in recent encounters. Similarly, Sheffield Wednesday has had a mixed bag against Swansea City. The upcoming matches will be crucial tests for both Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United.

On 2025-08-26, Sheffield Wednesday will host Leeds United in the English Carabao Cup at Hillsborough. An AI predicts a Sheffield Wednesday victory, despite their recent mixed form. The AI gives Sheffield Wednesday a 47.1% win probability compared to Leeds United's 26.2%. The draw probability stands at 26.7%. Sheffield Wednesday's key player, attacking midfielder Bambo Diaby, will be crucial to their chances. Leeds will be hoping their star striker Mateo Joseph can defy the odds. Can Wednesday's home advantage and Diaby's skill secure the predicted win? Will Leeds, relegated from the Premier League, pull off an upset?