Paul Scharner

Owen left as sub for Magpies

England striker Michel Owen had to make do with a place on the bench as Newcastle looked for a third successive Premier League victory at St James’ Park. Interim boss Joe Kinnear made just one change to the side beaten 2-1 at...

Classic Encounters v. Wigan Athletic

When ruminating over classic encounters at home to Wigan, there really is only one choice if you`re an Arsenal fan. Wigan fans will point to one of the greatest nights in their club`s history taking place at Highbury, when...

Arsenal v Wigan preview

Watch the Carling Cup clash live on Sky Sports 2 & HD2 Arsene Wenger is to deploy yet another youthful side in the Carling Cup as Arsenal host Wigan Athletic in the fourth round, live on Sky Sports 2 & HD2. The French coach...

Football: Carling Cup team news

Arsenal v Wigan Arsène Wenger will keep faith with his young players against Wigan in the Carling Cup. The Wigan striker Henri Camara could make his second start of the season tonight as Emile Heskey suffered a hamstring strain...

Latics squad strong for Stoke battle

Updated: November 7, 2008, 9:34 AM EST Comment Wigan boss Steve Bruce has reported no fresh injury worries ahead of Saturday's battle with Stoke City at the JJB Stadium. Skipper Mario Melchiot has shown no after-effects from a...

Preview: Portsmouth v Wigan

NOVEMBER is a crucial month for Wigan Athletic who are in freefall after four successive Premier League defeats. Equally worrying is that Wigan's record of two wins from 10 games mirrors last season's nightmare start which led...

Latics boss on the defensive

Manager Steve Bruce has demanded Wigan regain their defensive composure at Fratton Park on Saturday or face further humiliation. The Latics have leaked nine goals in their last three games, with Wednesday night's inept display...

Portsmouth v Wigan Athletic

Portsmouth could recall right-back Glen Johnson for tomorrow's home Barclays Premier League match against Wigan after three games out with a groin injury. Johnson will replace Noe Pamarot providing he passes a late fitness...

Preview: Portsmouth vs. Wigan

Updated: October 31, 2008, 9:05 AM EST Right-back Johnson will replace Noe Pamarot providing he passes a late fitness test, but centre-back Sol Campbell (hamstring) may miss out and Younes Kaboul stands by to deputise alongside...

Wigan performance 'unacceptable'

Steve Bruce has blasted Wigan's performance in their 2-0 defeat by Fulham as the worst of his year-long reign. The Latics plunged into the relegation zone following their fourth successive Barclays Premier League loss. "The...

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