On-loan defender Josh Feeney has boldly predicted that Peterborough United will soon start hammering teams with big scorelines. The 21-year-old centre-back, borrowed from Aston Villa, made these comments after his second start for the club ended in a 2-1 home defeat to Sheffield Wednesday.
Josh Feeney spoke to the Posh Plus service following the match at Weston Homes Stadium. He expressed a strong belief that the team's performances will soon translate into dominant victories. "It’s still really early in the season and once the chances start to go in we will beat teams 5 and 6-0," Feeney stated. He acknowledged his disappointment at not winning either of the two full matches he has started but remained optimistic about the future. The defender also highlighted the team's response to setbacks, noting how players rallied after defensive errors.
The match saw Sheffield Wednesday move to the top of the League One table. Peterborough United's defeat was compounded by an own goal from Feeney himself. Despite this, the team created numerous good chances and held more possession than the visitors. Feeney argued they had the better opportunities and felt they should have been awarded a clear penalty. He pointed out that Wednesday's second goal originated from a mishit corner. the young defender insisted Peterborough deserved more from the game and that the quality is present within the squad.
The loss leaves Peterborough United in a challenging position. As of September 6, 2026, the club sits 20th in League One with just 4 points from five games, having recorded one win, one draw, and three losses. Their recent form reads LDLWL. They have scored only 3 goals while conceding 9, giving them a -6 goal difference. The defeat to Sheffield Wednesday also means they now trail the league leaders by a significant 8 points.
The focus now shifts to preparation for the next fixture. Peterborough United will travel to face Milton Keynes Dons on Saturday, September 12. MK Dons are currently 18th in the table, making it an important match for both sides. Feeney mentioned that the team will get a full week with the manager to work on ideas and refine their approach. This training period will be vital as they look to convert their promising play into results. The full schedule of upcoming games is available on our fixtures page.
Feeney's confidence is notable given the team's struggles. He stressed the importance of squad unity, saying, "Everyone makes mistakes so it’s important to get round the lads who suffer when it happens." His own experience of playing two full 90-minute matches has given him a clear view of the team's capabilities. With key players like David Okagbue in the squad, the belief is that a turnaround is imminent. The next match away at MK Dons on September 12 provides the immediate opportunity to start that process.
