QPR's Loftus Road triumph over Sheffield Wednesday: Player ratings
By West London Sport (https://www.westlondonsport.com/author/wls) 04/01/2026
QPR secured a much-needed victory, beating Sheffield Wednesday 3-0 at Loftus Road. Rayan Kolli was the star, scoring twice in a brilliant display. Here's our breakdown of each player's performance.
Ben Hamer: 7
Hamer was solid, commanding his area and making a crucial save in the second half.
Amadou Mbengue: 7
A determined defender and attacker, Mbengue's contribution was key, especially in the build-up to the second goal.
Jimmy Dunne: 7
Comfortable in his preferred centre-back role, Dunne was a pillar of strength.
Steve Cook: 6
Cook, a late replacement for an injured Liam Morrison, performed well despite the circumstances.
Rhys Norrington-Davies: 7
A strong presence on the left, Norrington-Davies defended effectively and actively sought to join attacks.
Kwame Poku: 7
Poku was lively on the right in the first half, showcasing neat approach play. He didn't feature in the second half.
Jonathan Varane: 6
Varane had a steady game in midfield until an injury forced him off just before halftime.
Nicolas Madsen: 7
Madsen was impressive, setting up the opening goal and displaying excellent ball control throughout.
Koki Saito: 6
Saito contributed to the build-up of Burrell's goal and worked hard off the ball, but his overall performance was somewhat muted.
Richard Kone: 7
Kone didn't score, but his work rate and link-up play were impressive. He set up Kolli for the crucial second goal.
Rumarn Burrell: 7
Burrell missed an early chance but quickly made amends, scoring his 10th goal of the season. Unfortunately, he picked up a concerning injury, which led to his early exit in the first half.
Rayan Kolli: 8
Kolli's two late goals were emphatic, and he showcased his potential. QPR is optimistic that Kolli will seize the opportunity to establish himself in the team.
Karamoko Dembele: 5
Dembele, introduced at halftime, struggled. He offered no defensive cover and failed to make an impact going forward. Dembele also wasted a good chance during a counter-attack.
Sam Field: 6
Field's performance improved after coming on in the second half. He competed well and contributed in the final third.
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