Barry Bannan was praised by supporters after Sheffield Wednesday’s 1-0 win over Charlton Athletic, but he wasn’t the only midfielder to impress on the night. Kieran Lee also shone at Hillsborough and was hailed by fans for his contribution over the 90 minutes.
The 31-year-old had a lot of possession in the middle of the park to pull the strings, created numerous chances for his teammates and made more tackles than any other player on the pitch.
What's most pleasing about tonight was seeing Lee, Lees, Bannan and Forestieri back at it jot to mention return of Fletcher. #swfc
— Gary Abbey (@garyabbey44) February 26, 2020
Thought the unsung performance of the night was Keiren lee for @swfc i feared his legs had gone but he was everywhere last night and linked up all over the park. Such a difference maker for us when he plays, so much more fluid #swfc
— David Gravil (@DavidGravil) February 27, 2020
One player who went under the radar tonight was Lee: starting to look fit after long time out – his movement much better. #swfc
— David Cooke (@hirsty9) February 26, 2020
https://twitter.com/geoff_frost/status/1232809218513784834?s=20
Thought Kieran Lee had his best game last night in a very long time..Fletcher changed the dynamic of our play when he came on..Him and Fernando up top Saturday #swfc
— WEDNESDAY RETRO (@WednesdayRetro) February 27, 2020
Agree Lee had a good game, FF worked hard and should partner Fletcher up front. Overall the team looked better but expect a tougher challenge Sat.
— Paul High Green Owl (@paulowls57) February 27, 2020
https://twitter.com/malcolm_fox2/status/1232807125879074817?s=20
Forestieri, Bannan, Lees, Palmer, Lee and Fox all brilliant tonight. Fletcher coming on and showing what we’ve missed for weeks as well. What a vitally important win #SWFC
— Joe 📝 (@DeLudoScribo) February 26, 2020
Against Charlton, Lee made 55 touches, won one aerial duel, created three chances, had one shot, completed 79% of his 38 passes, whipped in two crosses, found a teammate with two of his five long balls, made four tackles, drew one foul and had one successful dribble.
The experienced central midfielder has made 23 appearances in all competitions this season, making five assists. Lee has been a regular under Garry Monk, keeping his place while the likes of Sam Hutchinson and Joey Pelupessy have been dropped, and his performance against Charlton showed why.