### Sheffield Wednesday 2 Preston 3
You have to go back to last Christmas for Sheffield Wednesday’s last home league win on a Saturday at Hillsborough. The team’s struggles continued as Preston secured a narrow 3–2 victory, leaving the home fans still waiting for a long-overdue weekend triumph.
### A Bittersweet Moment for Charlie McNeill
For Charlie McNeill, the day brought mixed emotions. While his personal performance showed promise, the result served as a reminder of Sheffield Wednesday’s ongoing battle for consistency. The young forward’s contribution was overshadowed by another missed opportunity for his team to claim three points.
> “It’s been almost a year since the last Saturday home league win,” noted one observer, summarizing the club’s frustrating run of form.
Despite glimpses of improvement, the defeat means the Owls’ search for stability under pressure continues into the new year.
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**Author’s summary:** Sheffield Wednesday’s home struggles persist as Preston’s 3–2 win extends nearly a year-long wait for a Saturday league victory at Hillsborough.
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Yorkshire Post on MSN — 2025-11-29