Category Archives: Billy McKay

12th Man: Goal poacher is the key to survival

Posted on March 20, 2015 by ianhaspinall

It was always going to be a tough fixture against Watford who are in one of the best teams in the Championship and pushing for automatic promotion. Latics matched their high-flying opponents for much of the game but once again … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Lack of goal threat is costing us dearly

Posted on March 13, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Latics home form was once again their downfall against Leeds United and the odds are now stacked against Championship survival. Eight points from safety with ten games remaining it will be a tall order to escape the drop, but Latics … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Revolving door is not slowing down

Posted on February 6, 2015 by ianhaspinall

The revolving doors at the DW Stadium kept turning this week as the club experienced an unprecedented turnover in playing staff. Latics have gone through a huge transformation in the last few weeks with ten players leaving and seven joining … Continue reading →

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Latics make a point in bore draw – Ipswich Town 0 Wigan Athletic 0

Posted on February 1, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Wigan managed a welcome point at Portman Road in a dour goalless draw on Saturday. Chances were at a premium as both teams struggled to make an impact. Jay Tabb had the best opportunity for the Tractor Boys in the first … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Fire sale chaos or master plan for survival?

Posted on January 30, 2015 by ianhaspinall

It’s been another dispiriting week to be a Wigan Athletic fan, yet another home defeat and the exodus of our FA Cup winning stars. Just when you think things can’t get worse, we get another kick in the teeth as … Continue reading →

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