Tag Archives: Rotherham United

12th Man – 100 points and more

Posted on April 13, 2018 by ianhaspinall

Latics surged to the top of the League One table with two magnificent performances against MK Dons and Rochdale. The finishing in those games has been nothing short of breathtaking with some stunning goals from Will Grigg, Michael Jacobs, Nick … 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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12th Man – Cook’s men answer the critics

Posted on November 24, 2017 by ianhaspinall

Paul Cook and his players answered the critics with a comfortable 3-0 win against Doncaster Rovers on Tuesday night. It was pleasing to get back to winning ways as the moaners and groaners had been out in force since Saturday’s … Continue reading →

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Latics are still hanging on – Wigan Athletic 3 Rotherham United 2

Posted on April 8, 2017 by ianhaspinall

A dramatic 96th winner by Nick Powell kept Wigan Athletic’s Championship survival hopes alive against bottom club Rotherham United. A moment of madness by Rotherham keeper Lewis Price, who bizarrely attempted to first strangle and then jump on the back … Continue reading →

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12th Man – Injury crisis makes transfer window vital

Posted on December 24, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Latics are now entering a critical period of games, which could determine which division they are in next season. After a sequence of four defeats they need to start picking up points quickly or they will become detached from the … Continue reading →

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12th Man – The challenge ahead

Posted on December 16, 2016 by ianhaspinall

Latics poor run of form continued on Wednesday night when they were outplayed by top of the table Newcastle United. They had worked extremely hard to get a result, particularly in the second half, but there was always a feeling … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Still on tenterhooks

Posted on April 23, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Wigan’s survival hopes are hanging by a thread as we await news of Rotherham United’s punishment from the Football League for fielding an ineligible player. The outcome of the disciplinary panel is likely to decide whether Latics have a realistic … Continue reading →

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Pennant perfection may prove priceless – Rotherham United 1 Wigan Athletic 2

Posted on March 15, 2015 by ianhaspinall

Two perfectly crafted free-kicks by Jermaine Pennant helped Wigan to win this important relegation six pointer 2-1 at Rotherham. Pennant superbly curled his first free-kick into the top left corner to put Wigan ahead, and then five minutes later found … 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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Desperate days for Wigan – Wigan Athletic 1 Rotherham United 2

Posted on December 21, 2014 by ianhaspinall

This crucial relegation six pointer ended in 2-1 victory for the visitors Rotherham after a dismal display by Latics. Despite the need to secure a vital first win in 17 matches the Wigan players showed little of the desire required … Continue reading →

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