Describing Mark McGuinness as a popular figure during his loan stint at Sheffield Wednesday would be an understatement. The imposing defender, enlisted by Darren Moore at Hillsborough, played a pivotal role in their promotion-winning campaign, despite being there for only half of it. While Moore aimed to retain him in the new year, Cardiff City opted to bring him back to Wales for 2023.
Returning to S6 for the first time since contributing to the memorable FA Cup victory over Newcastle United last season, McGuinness acknowledges the positive memories of his time with the Owls. However, as he prepares to face them this weekend with the Bluebirds, he emphasizes the absence of sentiment in his approach.
Expressing his satisfaction with his Sheffield Wednesday experience, McGuinness remarked, “It was a great opportunity for me to reset and showcase my capabilities at the time. I’m pleased to see them regaining momentum, but my focus is entirely on my responsibilities with this team. We are inwardly concentrated on our objectives.”
While he looks forward to reuniting with former teammates, McGuinness underscores the professional nature of his visit. Cardiff has been his home for the past three years, and he highlights his strong bonds with the current team. His commitment to the club is evident as he expresses his desire to contribute to its success. McGuinness, who made 24 appearances for Wednesday last season, has solidified his role at Cardiff, starting every league game in the ongoing 2023/24 season.
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