'Best offensive game we have played' - Pedersen

Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pederson said his side's performance in their 1-1 draw with fellow Championship strugglers Norwich City was a step in the right direction.

Barry Bannan scored his third goal of the season as the Owls generated an xG of 2.08, their highest of the season.

"We had courage to play today, it's the best offensive game we have played this season," Pedersen told BBC Radio Sheffield.

"We also created big chances after the goal, so proud of the performance and we go in the right direction."

Wednesday earned their first point at home since being put into administration almost two weeks ago, but let the three points slip away after the Canaries' half-time substitute Mathias Kvistgaarden scored in the 61st minute.

"The first half defensive[ly] we were strong, we were solid," Pedersen said.

"The players are working so hard and I think they deserve better today, but we have to learn, we have to train more.

"But the positive thing now is we're creating chances."

Sheffield Wednesday visit Southampton on Saturday (15:00 BST), looking to build on some impressive away performances this season.

The Owls have picked up points in all but two of their games on the road while Southampton have won just once at St Marys, on the opening day of the season.

"I'm quite sure that our boys are ready to do all that they can and [go] all out for Saturday and to play a good game," Pedersen said.

"We have been strong away."

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