Sheffield Wednesday have taken the unusual step of congratulating their city rivals following their promotion to the Premier League.
Sheffield United sealed their place in the top flight next season with a game to go of the Championship season.
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Sheffield Wednesday owner Dejphon Chansiri congratulated their rivals on their promotion
Wednesday owner Dejphon Chansiri made the decision to release a club statement congratulating the Blades on their achievement.
The statement read: “Few things in life unite and divide opinion like football. But one thing at this stage of every season is undebatable and I would like to offer the warm congratulations of everyone at Sheffield Wednesday to everyone at our neighbours Sheffield United for their achievement of promotion.
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“We may be rivals but we are friends of the same city that holds such unique tradition in the football world. Recognition in the Premier League can only benefit Sheffield and we wish United well, whilst promising our loyal supporters that we will be giving our absolute best to ensure Wednesday will be tasting the same success this time next year.
“We must also congratulate Norwich City on their promotion and offer our commiserations to Ipswich Town, Bolton Wanderers and Rotherham United. We wish you a speedy return to the Championship.â€
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The statement does not appear to have gone down well with the Wednesday fan base, though, with a number criticising the club for having sent the message.
The tweet has more than 900 replies with few being positive.
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