Wigan have only been in the football league for 30 years after they were elected into the old division four in 1978 but have made rapid progress since and are now a proud Premiership club.
The Latics, as they are known, struggled in the lower divisions after gaining entry into the league but their fortunes changed in 1995 when millionaire owner Dave Whelan took charge.
Whelan pumped cash into the club and along with manager Paul Jewell helped Wigan take Wigan into the Premiership where they have been for the last three seasons.
Jewell left the club in the summer of 2007 and Wigan are now managed by former Birmingham boss Steve Bruce, who took over the reigns from Chris Hutchings just two months into last season.
Wigan share their 25,000 capacity JJB Stadium with the rugby league club Wigan Warriors after leaving their former home Springfield Park.
Prominent players in the squad for 2008/09 season include: Emile Heskey, Jason Koumas, Amr Zaki and Lee Cattermole, while heroes of the past include Mike Newell, Leighton Baines and Nathan Ellington.
Roberto Martinez insists he does not feel under pressure at Wigan and claims goals and subsequent points are 'just around the corner'.
Defender Steven Gohouri is Wigan's only absentee as Roberto Martinez has a near full-strength squad for Tuesday's visit of Stoke.
Wigan have confirmed out-of-favour defender Erik Edman has left the club after having his contract cancelled by mutual consent.
Sunderland came from behind to land a share of the points with Wigan in an entertaining game at the Stadium of Light.
Wigan's out-of-favour defender Eric Edman has rejoined Swedish side Helsingborgs.
New signing Victor Moses is expected to make his Wigan debut in the Premier League clash against Sunderland on Saturday.
Roberto Martinez has reassured Wigan he is completely committed to the club and has dismissed reports he could take over at Espanyol.
Roberto Martinez is hoping new boys Victor Moses and Marcelo Moreno can add fresh firepower up front against Sunderland this weekend.
Roberto Martinez has reacted to Wigan's dreadful home defeat to minnows Notts County by saying his side "need to learn a few lessons".
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez retains an interest in Sevilla striker Arouna Kone and could make a move for him in the summer.
Victor Moses has revealed that he is aiming to force his way into the senior England squad following his deadline day move to Wigan.
Mario Melchiot is hoping to return for Wigan's FA Cup replay against Notts County, but Victor Moses and Marcelo Moreno are unavailable.
Roberto Martinez insists Shakhtar Donetsk striker Marcelo Moreno can 'become a big player' in England after joining Wigan on loan.
Roberto Martinez is backing striker Jason Scotland to recapture his confidence after a disappointing show for Wigan against Everton.
Roberto Martinez has hailed Victor Moses as 'a special talent' after signing him for Wigan from Crystal Palace for £2.5million.
