Tag Archives: Gary Caldwell

An appreciation of the 0-0 draw – Wigan Athletic 0 Fulham 0

Posted on September 18, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Sometimes in football things aren’t perfect but you can still appreciate the experience. After a run of four defeats with some poor defending Latics needed to get some points on board and Fulham were keen to maintain their good start … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Seeing the bigger picture

Posted on September 16, 2016 by ianhaspinall

There is no doubting that Latics have had a disappointing start to the season but some of the comments from fans on the various social media forums do beggar belief. Much of the criticism of the manager’s tactics and players … Continue reading →

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Appraising Latics’ transfer activity

Posted on September 1, 2016 by ianhaspinall

The anticipated late rush of transfer activity materialised on deadline day as Wigan Athletic added a further three players and three went out on loan. Striker Adam Le Fondre, winger Nathan Byrne and striker Kaiyne Woolery all signed, while Sam … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Deadline day scramble ahead

Posted on August 26, 2016 by ianhaspinall

The September 1st transfer deadline is fast approaching and the turnover in the Latics’ playing staff shows no sign of abating. Gary Caldwell has already been very active in the transfer market and has brought in ten new players: Stephen … Continue reading →

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Latics rout ragged Rovers – Wigan Athletic 3 Blackburn Rovers 0

Posted on August 13, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Wigan cruised to a comfortable 3-0 victory over local rivals Blackburn at the DW Stadium. Former Wigan manager Owen Coyle endured a torrid afternoon as his Rovers team were thoroughly outplayed by the home team and could easily have lost … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Looking for lift off

Posted on August 12, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Latics have had an indifferent start to this campaign which is very similar to last season’s poor start. Defeat in the opening day fixture at Bristol was followed by an early exit from the League Cup at Oldham. Last season … Continue reading →

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When Saturday Comes Wigan Athletic season preview

Posted on August 10, 2016 by ianhaspinall

When Saturday Comes magazine asked for my views on Latics’ prospects for 2016/17 for their pre-season preview so I thought I’d also record my responses here. 1. Realistically, how will you do? I’m positive and upbeat after last season’s progress … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Revolving door keeps turning

Posted on August 4, 2016 by ianhaspinall

The new season is finally upon us, but Latics are still looking to bring in more players, despite heavy preseason recruitment. Gary Caldwell has been very busy in the transfer market and has already brought in seven new players – … Continue reading →

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Season preview – Good times ahead?

Posted on August 2, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Latics return to the Championship on Saturday after a brief absence and in excellent spirits. The players that were so ignominiously relegated under Malky Mackay have all left the club and the bad atmosphere which pervaded Latics has been transformed … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Five for next season

Posted on May 13, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Gary Caldwell has some difficult decisions to make over the next few days as he puts together his retained list for next season. He will want to show loyalty to the players that won the League One title but he … Continue reading →

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