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About ianhaspinall

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

Martinez’s men never say die – West Bromwich Albion 2 Wigan Athletic 3

Posted on May 5, 2013 by ianhaspinall

In a heart-stopping encounter Wigan secured a crucial victory in their fight against relegation when they overcame West Bromwich Albion 3-2 at the Hawthorns. The Latics needed an away victory if they were to have any hope of retaining their Premier … Continue reading →

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Win two free tickets to see Wigan at Wembley

Posted on May 3, 2013 by ianhaspinall

THIS COMPETITION HAS NOW CLOSED. Congratulations to the competition winner Julie Dickens. ———————————————————————————————————- We are pleased to announce that Let’s Hang On have secured the chance for you to win a pair of FA Cup Final Tickets courtesy of FootballScores.com … Continue reading →

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Late decision denies Wigan a vital victory – Wigan Athletic 2 Tottenham 2

Posted on April 27, 2013 by ianhaspinall

Mixed day for Emmerson Boyce Wigan were desperately unlucky to concede a late own goal by Emmerson Boyce and miss out on a vital three points in their fight for Premier League survival. The Latics had been moments away from … Continue reading →

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Chairman Dave – Wigan’s legendary leader

Posted on April 26, 2013 by ianhaspinall

Dave Whelan may be renowned for his ‘rent-a-quote’ approach to media relations, but his contribution to Wigan Athletic has been nothing less than incredible. When Whelan took over in 1995 Wigan they were struggling in the bottom division and few … Continue reading →

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Wigan slip deeper into trouble – West Ham United 2 Wigan Athletic 0

Posted on April 20, 2013 by ianhaspinall

Despite being the better team for long periods Wigan lacked a cutting edge and slumped to a 2-0 defeat at Upton Park. Both goals came against the run of play, one in each half by Matt Jarvis and Kevin Nolan. … Continue reading →

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Wigan cruelly denied by late Tevez strike – Manchester City 1 Wigan Athletic 0

Posted on April 17, 2013 by ianhaspinall

Wigan produced a superb battling performance at the Etihad Stadium but were denied a share of the points by a piece of Carlos Tevez brilliance in the 83rd minute. The Latics remain in the bottom three but still have a … Continue reading →

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Wigan make their FA Cup dream a reality – Wigan Athletic 2 Millwall 0 – FA Cup Semi Final

Posted on April 14, 2013 by ianhaspinall

Forty years since reaching an FA Trophy final Wigan Athletic reached a historic FA Cup final with 2-0 win over Millwall. Two goals of high quality by Shaun Maloney and Callum McManaman secured a place in the final against either Manchester … Continue reading →

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Maloney magic saves a point for the Latics – Queens Park Rangers 1 Wigan Athletic 1

Posted on April 8, 2013 by ianhaspinall

Quality will get always get you through and it was Shaun Maloney’s quality that rescued what could be an all important point for Wigan at Loftus Road. Maloney’s superb 94th minute free kick gave Wigan a last minute lifeline in … Continue reading →

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Escape with Alcaraz – Wigan Athletic 1 Norwich City 0

Posted on March 31, 2013 by ianhaspinall

Antolin Alcaraz has had a profound effect on Wigan’s results since his return from a long-term injury. The Paraguayan international was outstanding in the Latics defence yesterday against Norwich City. He was so dominant that the Canaries were unable to … Continue reading →

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More teams drop into the relegation mixer – what are the prospects for survival?

Posted on March 21, 2013 by ianhaspinall

After last weekend’s round of Premier League fixtures more teams have been dragged into the relegation dogfight. Newcastle, Sunderland and West Ham now have a fight on their hands if they are to retain their top flight status. Until recently these … Continue reading →

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