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About ianhaspinall

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

Latics get vital first win – Wigan Athletic 1 Blackpool 0

Posted on August 24, 2014 by ianhaspinall

A first goal for new signing Oriel Riera was enough for Latics to secure their first three points of the season against struggling Blackpool at the DW Stadium. Wigan should’ve been out of sight by half time after creating a … Continue reading →

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Wigan’s winless run continues – Cardiff City 1 Wigan Athletic 0

Posted on August 19, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Latics poor start to the season continued in the Welsh Capital as they were edged out 1-0 by an impressive Cardiff City. A second half goal by former Latics loanee Nicky Maynard was enough to seal the points for the … Continue reading →

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Wigan are out of luck at the Valley – Charlton Athletic 2 Wigan Athletic 1

Posted on August 17, 2014 by ianhaspinall

A late deflected goal by substitute Franck Moussa condemned Latics to an early season defeat by the Addicks. The home team had taken the lead after only eight minutes with a long-range strike from Jordan Cousins. Callum McManaman produced an … Continue reading →

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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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