Sheffield Wednesday has made history for all the wrong reasons by experiencing the earliest relegation in Football League history after a loss in a heated derby match against their fierce rivals, Sheffield United. In this crucial match, the Owls needed a win to avoid dropping into League One, but they faced an uphill battle from the start. Just a minute-and-a-half into the game, former Leeds striker Patrick Bamford put the Blades ahead, setting the tone for what would be a disastrous outing for Wednesday. By the 19th minute, Harrison Burrows increased the deficit, pushing the Owls deeper into crisis.

Despite a moment of hope in the second half when Kalvin Phillips of Sheffield United was red-carded, making things temporarily uncomfortable for the Blades, Wednesday could not capitalize on the numerical advantage. Charlie McNeill managed to score a goal for Wednesday, but it wasn't enough to mount a comeback. The match ended with both teams down to ten men, and ultimately, the final whistle marked the end of Wednesday’s season in the Championship, solidifying their place in history for the worst season performance in the league.

This relegation speaks volumes about the struggles faced by Sheffield Wednesday throughout the season, which has seen them break long-standing records for all the wrong reasons. The demotion highlights the significant challenges ahead for the club as they now must regroup and strategize for life in League One, while grappling with the repercussions of such a tumultuous campaign for their supporters and management alike.