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About ianhaspinall

Communications specialist, Wigan Athletic fan & blogger, interested in music, arts & culture.

McArthur late show rescues a point for Latics – Wigan Athletic 2 Reading 2

Posted on August 10, 2014 by ianhaspinall

  James McArthur’s 93rd minute equaliser salvaged a point for Wigan in their opening game of the 2014/15 season against Reading. Callum McManaman had given the Latics a 27th minute lead but the Royals took control in the second half with … Continue reading →

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Wigan Athletic season preview 2014/15

Posted on August 1, 2014 by ianhaspinall

The last two seasons have been two of the most memorable in Wigan Athletic’s 82 year history. Few seasons could match the tremendous highs of the historic first FA Cup win and gut wrenching lows of relegation from the Premier … Continue reading →

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2014/15 fixtures announced – Royals first up for Latics

Posted on June 18, 2014 by ianhaspinall

The Championship fixtures have been announced for the 2014/15 season and Wigan Athletic start the campaign with a home game against Reading on Saturday August 9th. This is followed up by away trips to Charlton Athletic on the 16th and … Continue reading →

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Wigan inspired Campo Retro shirt review

Posted on June 12, 2014 by ianhaspinall

I’ve now tested the Wigan inspired Campo Retro shirt and can confirm it’s a winner. Due to The Bernabeu’s versatility it can be worn at matches as well as casual attire – looking great in both situations. The soft, light material … Continue reading →

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Play-off heartache for Latics – Queens Park Rangers 2 Wigan Athletic 1 (AET)

Posted on May 12, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Wigan suffered the disappointment of an extra-time play-off semi-final defeat at the hands of Queens Park Rangers. Latics had taken an early lead through James Perch but Gary Caldwell conceded a penalty and Charlie Austin converted from the spot kick. … Continue reading →

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Play-off semi-final stalemate – Wigan Athletic 0 Queens Park Rangers 0

Posted on May 10, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Wigan were frustrated by Queens Park Rangers in the first leg of the Championship play-off semi-final at the DW Stadium. Latics had the better of the possession and created the best opportunities but they failed to beat former England keeper … Continue reading →

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Lessons learned from Rovers defeat? Blackburn Rovers 4 Wigan Athletic 3

Posted on May 4, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Wigan were involved in a high scoring 4-3 defeat to Blackburn on Saturday but the defeat may have provided some vital lessons for Latics imminent play-off games against Queens Park Rangers. Tom Cairney gave Rovers an early lead before Ivan … Continue reading →

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Wigan inspired shirt competition winner announced

Posted on May 2, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Let’s Hang On and Campo Retro are pleased to announce the winner of the competition to win a Campo Retro shirt. The winner of The Bernabeu, with a subtle hint of Wigan, shirt is James Clare. Congratulations to James. The competition … Continue reading →

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Wigan secure play-off spot and push Birmingham near the drop – Birmingham City 0 Wigan Athletic 1

Posted on April 30, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Callum McManaman’s coolly taken third minute goal was enough to confirm Wigan’s place in the Championship play-offs and condemn Birmingham to likely relegation at St Andrew’s last night. Latics cemented their place in the top six in their 59th game … Continue reading →

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Tangerines spring a surprise but more drama to come – Wigan Athletic 0 Blackpool 2

Posted on April 26, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Latics promotion push suffered a surprise setback when they went down 2-0 to relegation strugglers Blackpool at the DW Stadium. Martyn Waghorn’s first half penalty was well saved by the Tangerines keeper Matt Gilks after Tony McMahon had brought down Shaun Maloney. Wigan … Continue reading →

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