Standout figure tilts Sheffield Wednesday's contest with West Bromwich Albion | OneFootball

Liam Palmer struck in the 40th minute to set Sheffield Wednesday on their way, as they beat West Bromwich Albion 2-1 at Hillsborough.

He timed his run perfectly from a corner and guided a left-footed finish from the centre of the box (40.). The defender's willingness to attack second balls added a scoring edge to the Owls' set pieces.

After the restart he sparked a fast break, slipping Jamal Lowe into space for a shot that crashed against the right post (62.). That surge kept West Bromwich Albion pinned back and preserved Wednesday's upper hand.

Palmer's numbers underlined the influence: two attempts with one on target, 67 touches and five successful passes in the final third. He also made two blocks and a clearance, while completing 30 of 42 passes to steady the back line.

Because Wednesday's shape allowed him to step into advanced areas on dead balls and in transition, his runs kept Albion's defence uncomfortable and ensured key moments fell the Owls' way.

Sheffield Wednesday finish 24th in the Championship. West Bromwich Albion end the campaign 21st.