Monthly Archives: August 2016

Frustrating afternoon for Latics – Wigan Athletic 0 QPR 1

Posted on August 28, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Match report by Jamie Aspinall This was a stale encounter between a Wigan side that tried to play possession football but struggled with the creativity to produce any clear cut chances and a QPR side that were tough and resolute … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Deadline day scramble ahead

Posted on August 26, 2016 by ianhaspinall

The September 1st transfer deadline is fast approaching and the turnover in the Latics’ playing staff shows no sign of abating. Gary Caldwell has already been very active in the transfer market and has brought in ten new players: Stephen … Continue reading →

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Latics edged out in seven-goal thriller – Nottingham Forest 4 Wigan Athletic 3

Posted on August 20, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Thomas Lam scored a 93rd-minute winner to break Latics’ hearts at the City Ground in a rollercoaster match that featured seven-goals and a penalty save. Britt Assombalonga opened the scoring for Forest after a poor back pass by Dan Burn … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Getting stronger and stronger

Posted on August 19, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Latics have got off to a satisfactory start in their Championship campaign with a narrow defeat at Bristol City followed by a comfortable victory against Blackburn Rovers and a hard fought point against Birmingham City. The new recruits have already … Continue reading →

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Davies rescues a point for Latics – Wigan Athletic 1 Birmingham City 1

Posted on August 16, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Substitute Craig Davies rescued a point for Wigan Athletic with a 90th minute equaliser against Birmingham City at the DW Stadium. Latics had dominated the game and created several good chances but Birmingham had gone ahead in the first half … Continue reading →

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Latics rout ragged Rovers – Wigan Athletic 3 Blackburn Rovers 0

Posted on August 13, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Wigan cruised to a comfortable 3-0 victory over local rivals Blackburn at the DW Stadium. Former Wigan manager Owen Coyle endured a torrid afternoon as his Rovers team were thoroughly outplayed by the home team and could easily have lost … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Looking for lift off

Posted on August 12, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Latics have had an indifferent start to this campaign which is very similar to last season’s poor start. Defeat in the opening day fixture at Bristol was followed by an early exit from the League Cup at Oldham. Last season … Continue reading →

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When Saturday Comes Wigan Athletic season preview

Posted on August 10, 2016 by ianhaspinall

When Saturday Comes magazine asked for my views on Latics’ prospects for 2016/17 for their pre-season preview so I thought I’d also record my responses here. 1. Realistically, how will you do? I’m positive and upbeat after last season’s progress … Continue reading →

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Bristol unlock Wigan at Ashton Gate

Posted on August 7, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Match report by Jamie Aspinall. Wigan were defeated once again in their opening fixture with another on loan Premier League striker proving to make the difference in front of goal. Tammy Abraham, on loan from Chelsea, did not need long … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Revolving door keeps turning

Posted on August 4, 2016 by ianhaspinall

The new season is finally upon us, but Latics are still looking to bring in more players, despite heavy preseason recruitment. Gary Caldwell has been very busy in the transfer market and has already brought in seven new players – … Continue reading →

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