Which Sheffield Wednesday player has been named in the EFL team of the week?
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The 24-year-old, deputising for the suspended Keiren Westwood, made a vital reflex in the moments before half-time, preserving his side’s 1-0 lead.
Wednesday went on to win the game 2-0 after goals from debutant Jacob Murphy and Steven Fletcher and Dawson provided a tidy performance when called upon and marshalled his defence well.
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Hide AdAcademy graduate Dawson overtook Republic of Ireland international Westwood as the Owls’ number one under Jos Luhukay last season, but is likely to continue as the club’s back-up keeper.
Experienced league ‘keeper Paul Jones was signed last week to deputise for number three option Joe Wildsmith, who could miss the entire season through injury.