Overview
- The Premier League side won 2-0 at Hillsborough to advance from the third round.
- Keane Lewis-Potter opened the scoring before Mathias Jensen converted from the spot to seal the result.
- Brentford controlled the tie despite resting regulars and missing players through AFCON duty and injuries.
- Owls goalkeeper Pierce Charles produced a standout display before a shoulder injury forced his substitution, with Logan Stretch later facing the penalty.
- Jordan Henderson departed at half-time after a first-half collision, while Wednesday’s off-field uncertainty continued as administrators named a preferred bidder subject to EFL checks.