Wigan Athletic: February 2010 Archives

A James McFadden penalty was the difference between Birmingham City and Wigan Athletic at St Andrews.

Defender Titus Bramble and midfielder James McCarthy will face fitness tests ahead of Wigan's game at Birmingham tomorrow.

Roberto Martinez is calling on Fabio Capello to consider Wigan winger Charles N'Zogbia for his World Cup squad this summer.

Wigan forward Victor Moses is being urged to pick England over Nigeria by under-21 coach Stuart Pearce.

James McCarthy stressed that helping Wigan stay in the Premier League is his top priority after winning a call-up to the Ireland squad.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez urged for a response from his side following Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Tottenham.

Following criticism by Roberto Martinez and visiting managers the pitch at Wigan's DW Stadium will be relaid at the end of the month.

Substitute Roman Pavlyuchenko scored a late brace for Tottenham as they saw off Wigan at the DW Stadium.

New Wigan signing Marcelo Moreno has said he is happy with the Latics after they ended his nightmare spell with Shakhtar Donetsk.

Roberto Martinez has told Victor Moses that he will have to be patient before he is given his opportunity in the first team.

Wigan defender Emmerson Boyce could come into the Latics side for the game against Tottenham with Titus Bramble a major doubt.

Newcastle United are believed to have entered the race to sign Wales international Jason Koumas on loan from Wigan.

Wigan centre-half Titus Bramble is optimistic of shaking off a hamstring strain in time to face Spurs at the weekend.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez and his Bolton counterpart Owen Coyle were both happy with a point from the 0-0 draw at the DW Stadium.

Wigan and Bolton played out a dull goalless draw at the DW Stadium in a match hampered by the conditions.

Roberto Martinez has revealed that he will not push Victor Moses into playing regular Premier League football until he is ready.

James McCarthy will have a late fitness test on a hamstring problem before Roberto Martinez names his Wigan side to face Bolton.

James McCarthy is Wigan's only doubt for tomorrow's Premier League clash with Bolton after picking up a hamstring injury.

At least two clubs are interested in signing Wigan midfielder Jason Koumas according to manager Roberto Martinez.

Titus Bramble claims Wigan's run of poor results has not knocked the squad's belief and feels they are close to going on a winning run.

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan says top flight clubs should not be able to borrow over 25% of their turnover to avoid accruing huge debts.

Wigan midfielder Jason Koumas looks set to leave the DW Stadium this month with former club West Brom keen to take him on loan.

Paul Scharner has warned his Wigan team-mates of a relegation dogfight if they fail to sustain performances for the whole game.

Paul Scharner has told Latics they can't keep losing leads in matches or they will end up in the end-of-season relegation dogfight.

Boss Roberto Martinez remains confident Wigan can avoid a relegation scrap following their 1-1 draw with Stoke on Tuesday.

West Brom boss Roberto Di Matteo is reportedly eyeing a loan move for out-of-favour Wigan midfielder Jason Koumas.

Sanli Tuncay heads a late equaliser for Stoke City after Wigan Athletic had led for most of the game through Paul Scharner.

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.

A James McFadden penalty was the difference between Birmingham City and Wigan Athletic at St Andrews.

Defender Titus Bramble and midfielder James McCarthy will face fitness tests ahead of Wigan's game at Birmingham tomorrow.

Roberto Martinez is calling on Fabio Capello to consider Wigan winger Charles N'Zogbia for his World Cup squad this summer.

Wigan forward Victor Moses is being urged to pick England over Nigeria by under-21 coach Stuart Pearce.

James McCarthy stressed that helping Wigan stay in the Premier League is his top priority after winning a call-up to the Ireland squad.

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez urged for a response from his side following Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Tottenham.

Following criticism by Roberto Martinez and visiting managers the pitch at Wigan's DW Stadium will be relaid at the end of the month.

Substitute Roman Pavlyuchenko scored a late brace for Tottenham as they saw off Wigan at the DW Stadium.

New Wigan signing Marcelo Moreno has said he is happy with the Latics after they ended his nightmare spell with Shakhtar Donetsk.

Roberto Martinez has told Victor Moses that he will have to be patient before he is given his opportunity in the first team.

Wigan defender Emmerson Boyce could come into the Latics side for the game against Tottenham with Titus Bramble a major doubt.

Newcastle United are believed to have entered the race to sign Wales international Jason Koumas on loan from Wigan.

Wigan centre-half Titus Bramble is optimistic of shaking off a hamstring strain in time to face Spurs at the weekend.