Tag Archives: Michael Jacobs

Power strikes Wigan to victory – Wigan Athletic 3 Chesterfield 1

Posted on January 16, 2016 by ianhaspinall

A dominant first 45 minutes enabled Latics to record a comfortable 3-1 home win against Chesterfield at the DW Stadium. A superb 25 yard strike by Max Power on six minutes set Wigan on their way and further first half goals … Continue reading →

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Don’t panic we may still have Yanic – Scunthorpe United 1 Wigan Athletic 1

Posted on January 3, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Wigan were unable to maintain their winning away form and were held at 1-1 at Scunthorpe United, but they remain in fifth spot in League One. The Iron took the lead when Luke Williams finished from close range following a … Continue reading →

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Late show keeps Latics in the hunt – Fleetwood Town 1 Wigan Athletic 3

Posted on December 28, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Two goals in the final seven minutes ensured that Wigan Athletic remain in the hunt for promotion after defeating Fleetwood Town 3-1 at the Highbury Stadium. After a lacklustre opening Latics took the lead in the 39th minute when Andy … Continue reading →

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Past Hill and Dale – Rochdale 0 Wigan Athletic 2

Posted on November 15, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Prior to the match, Rochdale manager Keith Hill assessed Wigan’s promotion chances when he said: “They’ll be in the top two. There’s no question in my mind that at the end of the season they’ll be in the top two”. … 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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12th Man: We can make defences Yanic

Posted on October 16, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Latics early season has been blighted by injuries, suspensions and international call-ups, but as more players return to the squad the prospects look bright. In particular, Latics now have plenty of goalscorers available for selection, although Craig Davies and Shaq … Continue reading →

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Grigg rescues a point for Latics – Wigan Athletic 2 Millwall 2

Posted on September 29, 2015 by ianhaspinall

A 91st minute equaliser by substitute Will Grigg saved Wigan’s blushes as they looked to be heading for their first home defeat of the season against Millwall. Latics had taken the lead through Michael Jacobs in the 54th minute and … Continue reading →

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Sweet success for Wigan – Wigan Athletic 2 Fleetwood Town 1

Posted on September 20, 2015 by ianhaspinall

In a fixture between two towns renowned for famous confectionary it was the Uncle Joe’s of Wigan who came out on top against the Fisherman’s Friends from Fleetwood. Latics dominated the first half and should have been more than 1-0 … Continue reading →

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Jacobs makes the difference – Wigan Athletic 1 Crewe Alexandra 0

Posted on August 30, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Wigan remain undefeated at the DW Stadium after a less than convincing 1-0 win against Crewe Alexandra. Michael Jacobs header in the 12th minute was enough to separate the two teams in a closely fought encounter. Latics just about deserved … Continue reading →

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Latics still looking for lift off – Wigan Athletic 0 Doncaster Rovers 0

Posted on August 16, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Latics are still looking for their first win of the season after an uninspiring goalless draw at home to Doncaster on Sunday. Wigan might have taken a first half lead when Michael Jacobs’ 25 yard free-kick hit the crossbar. However, … Continue reading →

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