Unused sub David Stockdale made revealing intervention as Sheffield Wednesday closed out Ipswich Town point

And though it seemed a moment inconsequential – and one many watching Sheffield Wednesday fans may even have missed in a second half that saw the Owls secure a point at Ipswich Town – it may paint a picture of a changing room packed with the sort of experience that wins promotion from divisions such as theirs.

Much was made pre-season and in January of the signing of battle-hardened players that have previously been part of sides that have lifted themselves out of League One.

And in David Stockdale they have a figure with four EFL promotions under his belt.

The veteran goalkeeper was seen standing among Wednesday coaches in the technical area during a white-knuckle second half at Portman Road and as players wandered over to the sideline during a prolonged break in play, he took one or two to one side to impart a little wisdom.

What was said will remain a mystery no doubt but given the Owls were looking to close out the game, Darren Moore raised a wry smile when asked if perhaps Stockdale was imparting his secrets in how to ‘take time out of the game’ – unable to neither confirm nor deny.

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“You can never have enough information out on the field,” Moore said in more serious tone. “I'd rather have that information out there than not. I want all eyes on it and any insight on coaching or tactical information in terms of players on the pitch, I want it sharing.

“Stockers has a wealth of experience and know-how, so I do not mind that at all.”