Category Archives: League One

12th Man – Latics need a boost after JPT exit

Posted on December 11, 2015 by ianhaspinall

The fans were angered and frustrated when Latics lost out on penalties to League One bottom club Barnsley in the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy. Latics had been within touching distance of Wembley and the disappointment was palpable last Saturday evening. But … Continue reading →

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Stalemate at the seaside – Southend United 0 Wigan Athletic 0

Posted on November 29, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Southend and Wigan had a hard fought goalless draw in blustery conditions at Roots Hall. Ryan Leonard went closest for Southend when he hit the crossbar in the sixth minute but Latics centre back Leon Barnett went close on three … Continue reading →

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12th Man: We need to be back to our best

Posted on November 27, 2015 by ianhaspinall

In last week’s column I said that our next three matches would give us a good indication of Latics’ promotion credentials. The trio of games commenced with mid table Shrewsbury Town at the DW Stadium. For most of the game … Continue reading →

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Latics unbeaten run comes to an end – Wigan Athletic 0 Burton Albion 1

Posted on November 25, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Wigan Athletic’s 11 game unbeaten run and unbeaten home record came to an end as they lost 1-0 to Burton Albion. Latics were the dominant team but struggled to make their possession count and squandered several good opportunities before Burton … Continue reading →

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Latics revelling in their success – Wigan Athletic 1 Shrewsbury Town 0

Posted on November 22, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Striker Alex Revell’s first goal for Wigan was enough to defeat Shrewsbury and extend their unbeaten run to 11 games. Latics had plenty of chances to increase their lead during the game but they had a nervous final ten minutes … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Rising to the promotion challenge

Posted on November 20, 2015 by ianhaspinall

It was another great away day last Saturday as Latics dominated proceedings to win at Rochdale. Latics should probably have won by more than two goals on the day, but it was still a classy performance by Gary Caldwell’s team. … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Are Wigan Wembley bound?

Posted on November 13, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Latics progressed into the Northern semi-final of the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy with an emphatic 4-0 victory over Blackpool on Tuesday night. They are now only three games from another Wembley final and must be conscious that winning the Football League … Continue reading →

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Latics patience is rewarded – Wigan Athletic 1 Swindon Town 0

Posted on November 1, 2015 by ianhaspinall

A 96th minute winner by substitute Franscisco Junior was enough to give Wigan Athletic all three points against second bottom Swindon Town. Latics dominated proceedings throughout, but the Robins were always dangerous on the break and hit the post through … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Display at Bradford shows mastering defence

Posted on October 30, 2015 by ianhaspinall

One of the main concerns about Latics early season performances has been their poor defending. Many of the games have seen lapses of concentration, defensive mix-ups and even bizarre own goals. Richard O’Donnell, Leon Barnett, Donervon Daniels and Reece James … Continue reading →

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Latics on the Up – Bradford City 1 Wigan Athletic 1

Posted on October 25, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Wigan were held by Bradford in a highly competitive game at Valley Parade but still moved up to fifth in the League One table. Latics took the lead in the 52nd minute through Michael Jacobs strike but were pegged back … Continue reading →

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