Forgotten former England and Premier League striker lands new job in football after nearly two years unemployed
FORMER England striker James Beattie has landed a shock new job as director of football at AFC Totton.
The 46-year-old has been out of work for...
Former Blackpool, Everton, Southampton and Sheffield United star lands new role after Wigan exit
A striker that played for Blackpool in the Premier League now has a new venture to look forward to.
Wigan Athletic pre-season programme begins to take shape
Wigan Athletic have confirmed the first three matches of their pre-season programme ahead of next term.
FRIENDLIES: Stanley to face Blackburn Rovers and Wigan Athletic
Accrington Stanley will host Blackburn Rovers and Wigan Athletic in pre-season friendlies on Saturday 6th July, 2pm kick-off, and Saturday 13th...
Charlie Wyke bids a fond farewell to Wigan Athletic with emotional message
Charlie Wyke has admitted Wigan Athletic will always hold 'a special place for me' after drawing a line under his three-year spell at the club.
I was DELIGHTED when I was sacked by EPL club – Rangers legend Walter Smith knew exactly how I felt, reveals Celtic icon
FOR most managers, being sacked is a nightmare come true.
But for one Celtic hero, it came as a huge RELIEF.
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GALLERY: 10 of the best pics as Wigan Athletic Women hold open trials ahead of their debut campaign!
Wigan Athletic Women hosted their open trials on Monday and Tuesday, with more than 80 ladies in attendance over the two nights to stake their...
Forgotten Premier League player searching for new club on LinkedIn after leaving Spanish fifth division
Steven Caulker’s career has taken some surprising turns in the years since he rose through the youth ranks at Tottenham.
But even after spending...
GALLERY: 11 fab pics as sporting stars take on Hollyoaks XI for autism charity
Former stars from Wigan Athletic and Wigan Warriors joined UFC interim world heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall to raise more than £10,00 from a...
21 quality League One players whose contracts are about to expire, including players from Derby County, Barnsley, Oxford United, Wigan Athletic, Charlton Athletic and Blackpool
The summer squad rebuilds are already underway . . . and every manager is searching for a hidden gem or a bargain deal.
Blackpool highlights 2023/24: Seasiders faithful jubilant after stoppage time winner against Wigan Athletic
We're taking a look back at some of Blackpool's highlights from 2023/24 campaign.
‘He has NO place at our club’ – Hibs fan group call out appointment of Malky Mackay as a DISGRACE
A HIBS fan group has called the club’s appointment of Malky Mackay to the role of sporting director a DISGRACE.
The Block Seven ultras group...
Former Wigan Athletic chief Malky Mackay lands new senior role in Scotland
Former Wigan Athletic manager Malky Mackay has been confirmed as the new sporting director at Hibernian.
6 players who could still leave Portsmouth during summer transfer window ahead of Championship return - including ex-Cardiff and Wigan wingers: gallery
Pompey wasted no time in starting their preparations for life in the Championship.
Luke Robinson: St Johnstone is a ‘special’ club and will still be a Premiership one next season
The Wigan Athletic defender has returned to England.
Wigan Athletic star determined to build on loan spell after 'learning a lot'
Luke Robinson believes his experience in Scotland will 'definitely stand me in good stead' as he returns to challenge for a first-team spot at...
Blackpool defender and Wigan forward: Five League One free agents Bristol Rovers could sign
Although the transfer window is yet to officially open, most clubs have released their retained lists and are free to dive into the free agent...
BOOK YOUR SEAT FOR NEXT SEASON TODAY!
Did you know you can reserve your seats for the games against the likes of Birmingham City, Peterborough United, Reading, Blackpook, Charlton...
Community | Hawkley Hall students support positive mental health through PL Inspires Challenge
In support of Mental Health Awareness Week, Wigan Athletic Community Trust are celebrating the work of pupils from Hawkley Hall High School in...
Bids lodged for multiple transfer targets, Wigan Athletic boss says
Wigan Athletic boss Shaun Maloney has said ‘three or four’ player offers have been made with more expected…
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Ex-Preston North End man subject of £100m transfer talk - while Wigan Athletic 'keen' on defender'
Latest Preston North End transfer news which involves two of their former players.
Wigan Athletic chief reveals transfer status with early bids on the table
Shaun Maloney will step up his efforts this week to kick off Wigan Athletic's summer recruitment.
Ex-Preston North End, Burnley, Wigan & Bolton Wanderers players face each other in golf tournament - gallery
Ex-players from PNE, Wigan Athletic, Burnley, Bolton Wanderers and Blackpool played last Friday
Loan star acknowledges he grew from being 'boy to man' during time with Wigan Athletic
Martial Godo admits he grew up from a boy into a man during his season-long loan with Wigan Athletic.
Wigan's finest paves the way for FA Cup history with wonder strike at Wembley
Ella Toone set Manchester United on their way to FA Cup history at Wembley with an astonishing opening goal in the 4-0 victory over Tottenham.
Northern Ireland international on the lookout for new club after being released by Wigan Athletic
Josh Magennis has become the third Northern Ireland international to be released following the end of the season.
Transfer gossip: Wigan Athletic keen on Portsmouth defender after surprise call over former Liverpool and Preston North End man
Wigan Athletic are keen on landing Joe Rafferty after he was deemed surplus to requirements at Pompey, according to reports.The Blues defender has...
Wigan Athletic keen on Portsmouth promotion winner
Wigan Athletic are keen on signing Joe Rafferty following his departure from Portsmouth, reports Alan Nixon. Wigan Athletic…
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Former Leeds United man previously linked with Sheffield Wednesday and Barnsley released by EFL club
Former Leeds United defender Tom Pearce has been released by Wigan Athletic.
Former Middlesbrough, Bradford City and Rotherham United man to become free agent after Wigan Athletic release
Former Middlesbrough, Bradford City and Rotherham United forward Charlie Wyke has been released by Wigan Athletic.
Former Hearts star makes Wigan future decision after talks with club and ex-Hibs boss
The star spent last season at Hearts before returning to Wigan this campaign.
Ex-Preston North End man among several players released by Wigan Athletic
Wigan Athletic have released several players - including five senior squad members
I scored on my Manchester United debut – but Sir Alex Ferguson asked 'what the f**k' I was doing
Nick Powell made the dream start to his Man United career in 2012 - but he was unable to build on his debut goal against Wigan Athletic.
Former Man Utd star, 34, wakes up unemployed after he is released from League One club
EX-MANCHESTER United keeper Ben Amos is looking for his ELEVENTH club since exiting Old Trafford.
The former England Under-21 star, 34, is one of...
Wigan Athletic boss on chances of keeping out-of-contract quartet
Shaun Maloney is hoping to retain the services of out-of-contract quartet Jordan Jones, Jason Kerr, Callum McManaman and Harry McHugh, but has a...
Shaun Maloney lifts lid on early contract offer as Wigan Athletic release big five
Wigan Athletic first approached the agent of Stephen Humphrys LAST YEAR before finally admitting defeat in their efforts to extend his contract.
B&M garden centres: full list of store locations where you can pick up summer bargains and prices start from £1
THINGS are heating up and many of us have started taking a little look at our gardens again.
There are lots of deals to be had during the summer...
Cult hero bids emotional farewell to Wigan Athletic
Stephen Humphrys has drawn a line under his time with Wigan Athletic 'with a heavy heart' after signalling his intention to move on to pastures new.
Wigan Athletic retained list: Who's staying and who's going this summer?
Wigan Athletic have parted company with top scorer Stephen Humphrys, long-serving Tom Pearce and skipper Josh Magennis after confirming their...
Wigan Athletic: The 12th Man - 'I was amazed when, a month or so later, the rumour was actually proved to be true...'
Our panel of Latics experts run the rule over another campaign that produced the full range of emotions – and in the end proved to be an...
GALLERY: 19 fans' pics as the Wigan Athletic legends took on the world for Joseph's Goal!
Here are 19 fabulous pictures as the fans got up close and personal for the Latics Legends' clash against a World XI in the annual Joseph's Goal...
Shaun Maloney reflects on 'uphill battle' as he leads the Wigan Athletic rebuild
Shaun Maloney admits Wigan Athletic's campaign felt 'like an uphill climb' from start to finish.
Former Portsmouth, Charlton and Wigan Athletic man free agent at 30
A member of Pompey’s 2018/19 EFL trophy winning team has the task of finding a new club after being released.
Wigan Athletic season tickets: All the details and how to buy
Wigan Athletic season tickets have gone on sale for next term - with special incentives again for those who renew by the end of next month.
Muhammad Mokaev in buoyant mood after receiving UFC Manchester green light
Wigan's Muhammad Mokaev has predicted 'another victory' after being confirmed on the UFC 304 card in Manchester this summer.
Newest permanent EFL manager is former Wigan Athletic striker
Former Wigan Athletic striker Alex Revell is the newest permanent manager in the EFL after being confirmed in charge of League One rivals Stevenage.
How new changes to kick-off times will affect fans of Wigan Athletic and other EFL clubs
Match-going supporters have been assured they will be given plenty of notice around changes to kick-off times, with more than 1,000 matches in all...
GALLERY: 20 of the best pics from Wigan Athletic's victory over Reading that sent them to the Promised Land
Wednesday marked 19 years to the day since goals from Lee McCulloch, Nathan Ellington and Jason Roberts sent Wigan Athletic to the Premiership for...
Mental health charity holds fund-raising matches at Wigan's DW Stadium
A Wigan charity that aims to spread a positive message about mental health through football enjoyed its annual big day at the DW Stadium. And no...
Keyrol Figueroa Signs First Professional Contract with Liverpool
Photo by Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesThe 17-year old will be looking to be the Reds' next breakthrough prospect. For...
Liverpool sign up Premier League cult hero's son after 90-goal season to continue trend
Liverpool have continued to sign the sons of former Premier League players and Keyrol Figueroa - son of former Wigan defender Maynor - has seen...
Liverpool snap up 17-year-old son of Premier League icon and hand him first pro contract after stunning 90-GOAL season
LIVERPOOL have snapped up the son of a former Premier League footballer.
The 17-year-old striker first joined the Reds’ academy from FC Dallas...
Chris Coleman was left stunned by Michael Jackson’s FEET when the King of Pop entered Fulham’s dressing room
CHRIS COLEMAN was left stunned by Michael Jackson’s feet when he visited Fulham.
The King of Pop entered the home dressing room at Craven...
Son of Wigan Athletic hero pens first pro contract with Premier League giants
Keyrol Figueroa - the son of former Wigan Athletic hero Maynor - has signed his first professional contract with Liverpool.
Why Shaun Maloney insists Wigan Athletic can rise again while achieving self-sustainability
Shaun Maloney remains 'absolutely convinced' Wigan Athletic can mount a realistic promotion challenge - while moving towards the off-field goal of...
Shaun Maloney putting 'pressure' on upstairs to shape Wigan Athletic squad as quickly as possible
Shaun Maloney has pledged to 'put pressure on' Wigan Athletic sporting director Gregor Rioch and head of recruitment Stephen Gormal - to do as much...
Anxious wait as Wigan Athletic wait to learn extent of 'cartilage tear'
Wigan Athletic are hoping the knee injury that has seen Luke Robinson return from his loan spell in Scotland is not as serious as first feared.
Fulham Fix: Chris Coleman
Few were as influential in the Club’s success around the turn of the century as Chris Coleman.
Cookie covers all the talking points from his...
St Johnstone boss Craig Levein confirms Wigan defender Luke Robinson’s season is over and gives Tony Gallacher injury update
Saints had no recognised left-back in the team that lost to Aberdeen.
GALLERY: 38 of the best pics as Wigan Athletic Legends beat World XI in Joseph's Goal charity clash
Goals from Pascal Chimbonda and Chris Merrie helped the Latics Legends to beat a World XI 2-1 at the DW Stadium in the annual Joseph's Goal charity...
Non-League club post job advert as Premier League cult hero says he's been sacked
Former Tottenham and Wigan defender Pascal Chimbonda has been sacked as boss of non-league Skelmersdale United following a tough six months in charge
Forgotten Premier League star, 45, sacked as manager just months after coming out of retirement and signing himself
FORMER Tottenham defender Pascal Chimbonda has been sacked as manager at ninth-tier team Skelmersdale United.
After coming out of retirement and...
Morsy: To Get a Club to the Premier League Would Be Amazing
Sam Morsy is no stranger to success as a footballer after winning promotion with Chesterfield, Wigan and Town, plus playing for Egypt in the World...
Wrexham’s Hollywood owners treat promotion-winning team to ANOTHER Las Vegas trip after last year’s pool parties
WREXHAM’S promotion heroes have been treated to a trip to Las Vegas for the second year running.
The Welsh club secured a return to the League One...
Blackpool, Reading, Barnsley and Wigan offered chance to sign Charlton Athletic star for free
Latest Blackpool transfer news as an opportunity has presented itself from a League One rival.
‘I got it wrong’ – Plymouth Argyle man admits he shouldn’t have left Brentford for Wigan Athletic
Plymouth Argyle midfielder Adam Forshaw has admitted he shouldn’t have left Brentford for Wigan Athletic back in 2014.…
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Wigan Athletic boss pledges to change - 'I'm going to be more demanding'
Shaun Maloney has promised he will be a different coach next season as he continues to plot the Wigan Athletic rebuild.
Wigan Athletic chief wants recognition for his team from outsiders
Shaun Maloney believes the significance of Wigan Athletic's top-half finish may have been underestimated by many outside the town.
Wigan Athletic legends to roll back the years this weekend for Joseph's Goal
Some of the biggest names in Wigan Athletic history will be back at the DW Stadium this weekend to support local charity Joseph's Goal.
Celtic hero, 35, who was Player of the Year under Brendan Rodgers in contract limbo as he weighs up future
IT didn’t take him long to become a fan favourite at Parkhead following his move in 2016.
He reunited with his old boss Brendan Rodgers in...
End of Season Review from OWASC
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Wigan Athletic Supporters Club are based in the South Stand Suite. On match day, our doors usually open around 2 hours 30 minutes before...
OPINION: Another eventful summer in store for Wigan Athletic - with vastly changed financial parameters
It was a perfect end to the season for Wigan Athletic at the weekend as they closed with a third win on the bounce against, in truth, a very poor...
Striker to stay: What to expect from Wigan Athletic’s retained list this summer
Wigan Athletic have a big summer ahead as they look to build on their 12th place finish in…
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Clarets set for Pride Park final
Almost two weeks ago, we beat Stockport County in our Central League Cup semi-final with Derby County beating Wigan Athletic 4-0 nine days later in...
New all ex-Wigan Athletic management team confirmed at Accrington Stanley
Former Wigan Athletic midfielder Ged Brannan has left Morecambe to become the new assistant manager of Accrington Stanley on a three-year contract.
GALLERY: 15 of the best pics as Wigan Athletic's players and supporters enjoy the lap of appreciation
Our man Bernard Platt was on the pitch and inside the dressing room to capture the best moments from Wigan Athletic's lap of appreciation following...
Loan Round-Up: Stanno's Survival Hopes
Jay Stansfield’s Birmingham picked up a point on the road at Huddersfield, a result which all but sent their opponents down.
With the Blues...
GALLERY: 19 of the best fans pics from Wigan Athletic's home victory over Bristol Rovers
Our man Bernard Platt was in and among the fans to get all the best pics from Wigan Athletic's season-ending victory over Bristol Rovers.
Bristol Rovers verdict: Final farewells made as Gas enter next phase of their rebuild blueprint
All of the talking points as Bristol Rovers concluded their 2023/24 season with a 2-0 defeat away at Wigan Athletic
League One team of the week features Pompey, Derby County, Wigan and Reading stars
The final Team of the Week for the 2023/24 League One season has been revealed.
International ace makes future prediction after concluding Wigan Athletic loan spell
Liam Morrison has predicted Wigan Athletic to 'kick on from strength to strength' after concluding his season-long loan spell from Bayern Munich.
Is Wigan Athletic star saying goodbye after penning emotional message?
Stephen Humphrys believes everyone at Wigan Athletic should be 'proud of what we've achieved' this season against all the odds.
Wigan Athletic: Player ratings - Bristol Rovers (h) - Senior figure saves best display of campaign til last
Paul Kendrick runs the rule over the Wigan Athletic performance against Bristol Rovers and delivers his report card.
Out-of-contract star thanks Wigan Athletic boss for saving his career
Jordan Jones has credited Wigan Athletic manager Shaun Maloney for breathing fresh life into his career.
Maloney’s men end the season on a high note – Wigan Athletic 2 Bristol Rovers 0
Maloney made two changes to his starting XI from the victory at Portsmouth with Magennis coming in for Charlie Kelman and Callum McManaman...