Category Archives: Alex Bruce

12th Man – Strength in depth is a big bonus

Posted on January 19, 2018 by ianhaspinall

Latics celebrated a fantastic FA Cup victory against Premier League Bournemouth on Wednesday night. It was an exhilarating performance by a mixture of fringe players and first team regulars. Prior to the game it looked as though Paul Cook was … Continue reading →

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Top of the table Latics in fine form – Rotherham United 1 Wigan Athletic 3

Posted on November 26, 2017 by ianhaspinall

Latics moved to the top of the League One table with a convincing victory at mid-table Rotherham United. Will Grigg gave Latics an early lead when he headed home Lee Evans’ left wing free kick but the Millers quickly drew … Continue reading →

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Promise of good times ahead as Wigan rout Bury – Wigan Athletic 4 Bury 1

Posted on August 14, 2017 by ianhaspinall

Latics demonstrated their promotion credentials with a confident 4-1 victory against local rivals Bury. Former Manchester United midfielder Nick Powell grabbed a brace as Latics maintained their good start to the League One campaign. The home team produced some slick … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Will hectic transfer window deliver results?

Posted on February 3, 2017 by ianhaspinall

The January transfer window proved to be even more hectic than usual. It was always expected that the new manager Warren Joyce would want to bring in his own signings but the turnover this time has been unprecedented. Latics brought … Continue reading →

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