Jillian Morse+FollowAshley Eyes Sheffield Wednesday TakeoverLooks like Mike Ashley, the former Magpies boss, is back in the game—this time as one of three final bidders for the Owls. With Wednesday deep in the drop zone after that brutal points deduction, Ashley’s bid isn’t the highest, but the EFL’s owners test could play in his favor. Meanwhile, rival ties are heating up, with James Bord’s analytics already stirring the Steel City pot. Could Ashley’s experience steady the ship, or will the US consortium swoop in? #Sports #Soccer #SheffieldWednesday00Share
Cory Wilson+FollowSheffield Wednesday’s new era: Data, poker, and big risksA pro poker player and data whiz is on the verge of taking over Sheffield Wednesday, and his approach could shake up everything fans know about club management. James Bord’s group is promising long-term, responsible investment powered by analytics—think Brighton’s Tony Bloom, but with a mysterious twist. His track record at Sheffield United was rocky, with questionable signings and a revolving door of managers, but at Dunfermline, his youth-focused, data-driven strategy is showing promise. The big question: will Wednesday’s future be a jackpot or another gamble gone wrong? What do you think about data taking the lead in football decisions? #News #SheffieldWednesday #Football00Share
