Tag Archives: Wigan Athletic

Wigan inspired Campo Retro shirt review

Posted on June 12, 2014 by ianhaspinall

I’ve now tested the Wigan inspired Campo Retro shirt and can confirm it’s a winner. Due to The Bernabeu’s versatility it can be worn at matches as well as casual attire – looking great in both situations. The soft, light material … Continue reading →

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Play-off heartache for Latics – Queens Park Rangers 2 Wigan Athletic 1 (AET)

Posted on May 12, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Wigan suffered the disappointment of an extra-time play-off semi-final defeat at the hands of Queens Park Rangers. Latics had taken an early lead through James Perch but Gary Caldwell conceded a penalty and Charlie Austin converted from the spot kick. … Continue reading →

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Play-off semi-final stalemate – Wigan Athletic 0 Queens Park Rangers 0

Posted on May 10, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Wigan were frustrated by Queens Park Rangers in the first leg of the Championship play-off semi-final at the DW Stadium. Latics had the better of the possession and created the best opportunities but they failed to beat former England keeper … Continue reading →

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Lessons learned from Rovers defeat? Blackburn Rovers 4 Wigan Athletic 3

Posted on May 4, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Wigan were involved in a high scoring 4-3 defeat to Blackburn on Saturday but the defeat may have provided some vital lessons for Latics imminent play-off games against Queens Park Rangers. Tom Cairney gave Rovers an early lead before Ivan … Continue reading →

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Wigan inspired shirt competition winner announced

Posted on May 2, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Let’s Hang On and Campo Retro are pleased to announce the winner of the competition to win a Campo Retro shirt. The winner of The Bernabeu, with a subtle hint of Wigan, shirt is James Clare. Congratulations to James. The competition … Continue reading →

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Wigan secure play-off spot and push Birmingham near the drop – Birmingham City 0 Wigan Athletic 1

Posted on April 30, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Callum McManaman’s coolly taken third minute goal was enough to confirm Wigan’s place in the Championship play-offs and condemn Birmingham to likely relegation at St Andrew’s last night. Latics cemented their place in the top six in their 59th game … Continue reading →

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Tangerines spring a surprise but more drama to come – Wigan Athletic 0 Blackpool 2

Posted on April 26, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Latics promotion push suffered a surprise setback when they went down 2-0 to relegation strugglers Blackpool at the DW Stadium. Martyn Waghorn’s first half penalty was well saved by the Tangerines keeper Matt Gilks after Tony McMahon had brought down Shaun Maloney. Wigan … Continue reading →

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Wigan fail to spoil Burnley’s big day – Burnley 2 Wigan Athletic 0

Posted on April 22, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Latics were unable to prevent Burnley enjoying their promotion party as they went down 2-0 at Turf Moor on Easter Monday. The Clarets confirmed their return to the Premier League after a four-year absence with goals by Ashley Barnes and … Continue reading →

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Royals routed by Latics supershow – Wigan Athletic 3 Reading 0

Posted on April 18, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Wigan produced a top quality performance to defeat play-off rivals Reading 3-0 at the DW Stadium. In a one-sided encounter the Latics completely outplayed the Royals and thoroughly demonstrated their promotion credentials. Latics consolidated their fifth spot in the table … Continue reading →

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Wigan pay the penalty – Wigan Athletic 1 Arsenal 1 (Arsenal win 4-2 on pens)

Posted on April 13, 2014 by ianhaspinall

Wigan were just eight minutes away from a second FA Cup final but ultimately succumbed 4-2 to Arsenal in the penalty shoot out. Wigan took the lead through a Jordi Gomez penalty on 62 minutes after Callum McManaman had been … Continue reading →

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