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Wigan Athletic Football Club is a professional football team based in Wigan, Lancashire, England. They currently compete in the Premier League, the highest division of football in England, in which they have been playing since their promotion from the Football League in 2005, being the only top flight run in the clubs history. They currently play at the JJB Stadium which they share with the rugby league club Wigan Warriors. The club is currently the youngest in its division, being only 76 years old.

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Wigan's manager Roberto Martinez, left, is seen as his team loose 2-1 at Aston Villa during their English Premier League soccer match at The DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Tuesday March 16, 2010. 20 7864 9121 or EMAIL info@football-dataco.com FOR DETAILS. Roberto Martinez
Manchester United's Welsh midfielder Ryan Giggs (L) and Liverpool's English defender Glen Johnson compete for the ball during their English Premier League football match at Old Trafford in Manchester, north-west England, on March 21,2010. AFP PHOTO/PAUL ELLIS - FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY Additional licence required for any commercial/promotional use or use on TV or internet (except identical online version of newspaper) of Premier League/Football League photos. Tel DataCo +44 207 2981656. Do not alter/modify photo. Liverpool F.C.
Wigan Athletic's Hugo Rodallega, right, and teammate Titus Bramble celebrate at the end of their English Premier League soccer match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Saturday March 20, 2010. Hugo Rodallega
WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Jason Scotland of Wigan is challenged Michael Duff of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England. Burnley
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Aston Villa Manager Martin O'Neill looks on priorthe Barclays Premier League match between Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Villa Park on March 20, 2010 in Birmingham, England. Aston Villa
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 21: A general view of the stadium during the Barclays Premier League match between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford on March 21, 2010 in Manchester, England. Barclays Premier League
Aston Villa's English forward Gabriel Agbonlahor (L) celebrates after Wigan Athletic's Irish midfielder James McCarthy (R) scored an own goal during the English Premier league football match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, north-west, England, on March 16, 2010. AFP PHOTO/ANDREW YATES . FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY Additional licence required for any commercial/promotional use or use on TV or internet (except identical online version of newspaper) of Premier League/Football League photos. Tel DataCo +44 207 2981656. Do not alter/modify photo. James McCarthy
West Ham United's Scott Parker, right, and Bolton Wanderers' Kevin Davies vie for the ball during their English Premier League soccer match at Upton Park in London, Saturday March 6, 2010. 20 7864 9121 or EMAIL info@football-dataco.com FOR DETAILS. Bolton Wanderers
Aston Villa's English forward Gabriel Agbonlahor (L) vies with Wigan Athletic's Scottish defender Gary Caldwell (C) and Wigan Athletic's English goalkeeper Chris Kirkland during the English Premier league football match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, north-west, England, on March 16, 2010. AFP PHOTO/ANDREW YATES . FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY Additional licence required for any commercial/promotional use or use on TV or internet (except identical online version of newspaper) of Premier League/Football League photos. Tel DataCo +44 207 2981656. Do not alter/modify photo. Chris Kirkland
BOLTON, ENGLAND - MARCH 13: Vladimir Weiss of Bolton Wanderers is tackled by Charles N'Zogbia of Wigan Athletic during the Barclays Premier League match between Bolton Wanderers and Wigan Athletic at the Reebok Stadium on March 13, 2010 in Bolton, England. Charles N'Zogbia
Aston Villa's English forward Gabriel Agbonlahor (R) vies with Wigan Athletic's Scottish defender Gary Caldwell during the English Premier league football match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, north-west, England, on March 16, 2010. AFP PHOTO/ANDREW YATES . FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY Additional licence required for any commercial/promotional use or use on TV or internet (except identical online version of newspaper) of Premier League/Football League photos. Tel DataCo +44 207 2981656. Do not alter/modify photo. Gary Caldwell
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 21: Steven Gerrard of Liverpool looks dejected after the Barclays Premier League match between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford on March 21, 2010 in Manchester, England. Steven Gerrard
WIGAN, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 02: Emmerson Boyce of Wigan Athletic is tackled by Luke Rodgers of Notts County during the FA Cup sponsored by E.ON 4th Round Replay match between Wigan Athletic and Notts County at the DW Stadium on February 2, 2010 in Wigan, England. Emmerson Boyce
Birmingham City's Stephen Carr, left, competes for the ball with Wigan Athletic's Victor Moses during their English Premier League soccer match at St' Andrews stadium, Birmingham, England, Saturday Feb. 27 2010. 20 7864 9121 or EMAIL info@football-datco.com FOR DETAILS. Victor Moses
WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 08: Wigan manager Roberto Martinez celebrates with Paul Scharner after winning the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Liverpool at the DW Stadium on March 8, 2010 in Wigan, England. Paul Scharner
Aston Villa's James Milner, center left, scores from long range against Wigan during their English Premier League soccer match at The DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Tuesday March 16, 2010. 20 7864 9121 or EMAIL info@football-dataco.com FOR DETAILS. James Milner
Sunderland's Darren Bent, left, in action during the English Premier League soccer match against Birmingham City at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland, England, Saturday March 20, 2010. Sunderland F.C.
Sunderland's Benjani Mwaruwari, top, and Birmingham City's Stephen Carr battle for the ball during the English Premier League soccer match at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland, England, Saturday March 20, 2010. Birmingham City FC

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan is congratulated after after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan is congratulated after after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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Wigan Athletic's Hugo Rodallega, right, and teammate Titus Bramble celebrate at the end of their English Premier League soccer match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Saturday March 20, 2010.

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Wigan Athletic's Hugo Rodallega, right, and teammate Titus Bramble celebrate at the end of their English Premier League soccer match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Saturday March 20, 2010.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Roberto Martinez manager of Wigan during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Roberto Martinez manager of Wigan during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Jason Scotland of Wigan is challenged Michael Duff of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Jason Scotland of Wigan is challenged Michael Duff of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Chris Kirkland of Wigan receives treatment after being struck by an object during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Chris Kirkland of Wigan receives treatment after being struck by an object during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Chris Kirkland of Wigan receives treatment after being struck by an object during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Chris Kirkland of Wigan receives treatment after being struck by an object during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mario Melchiot of Wigan is challenged by David Nugent of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mario Melchiot of Wigan is challenged by David Nugent of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Titus Bramble of Wigan is challenged by Steven Fletcher of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Titus Bramble of Wigan is challenged by Steven Fletcher of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mohamed Diame of Wigan is challenged by Wade Elliott of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mohamed Diame of Wigan is challenged by Wade Elliott of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mohamed Diame of Wigan is challenged by Wade Elliott of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mohamed Diame of Wigan is challenged by Wade Elliott of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Maynor Figueroa of Wigan is challenged by Tyrone Mears of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Maynor Figueroa of Wigan is challenged by Tyrone Mears of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mareclo Moreno of Wigan is challenged by Tyrone Mears and Martin Paterson of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mareclo Moreno of Wigan is challenged by Tyrone Mears and Martin Paterson of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mareclo Moreno of Wigan is challenged by Tyrone Mears and Martin Paterson of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Mareclo Moreno of Wigan is challenged by Tyrone Mears and Martin Paterson of Burnley during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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Wigan Athletic goalkeeper Chris Kirkland holds his head after allegedly being hit by an object from the crowd during their English Premier League soccer match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Saturday March 20, 2010.

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Wigan Athletic goalkeeper Chris Kirkland holds his head after allegedly being hit by an object from the crowd during their English Premier League soccer match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Saturday March 20, 2010.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 16: Martin O'Neill manager of Aston Villa gestures to his players during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Aston Villa at The DW Stadium on March 16, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 16: Martin O'Neill manager of Aston Villa gestures to his players during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Aston Villa at The DW Stadium on March 16, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 16: Gabriel Agbonlahor (R) of Aston Villa battles with Gary Caldwell of Wigan during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Aston Villa at The DW Stadium on March 16, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 16: Gabriel Agbonlahor (R) of Aston Villa battles with Gary Caldwell of Wigan during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Aston Villa at The DW Stadium on March 16, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 16: Gabriel Agbonlahor (R) of Aston Villa battles with Gary Caldwell of Wigan during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Aston Villa at The DW Stadium on March 16, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 16: Gabriel Agbonlahor (R) of Aston Villa battles with Gary Caldwell of Wigan during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Aston Villa at The DW Stadium on March 16, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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"Hooiveld is on his way back, he’s training ... He’s a guy I brought here to bring a voice, some personality and character to the team. He possesses that in barrel-loads. That said, if the team continues to keep clean sheets, the..."


Tony Mowbray Mar 21 2010 8:14 PM from Herald Scotland

"It's a cruel blow, but that's Premier League football ... But I thought the performance, commitment and desire of the players was fantastic and can still give us great heart for the remaining games."


Brian Laws Mar 21 2010 12:08 AM from The Independent

"We think it was a coin. It's not one of those events you want to see in The matter is sure to be investigated by both clubs and the Football Association. Wigan now have 31 points – seven above the relegation zone – while Burnley..."


Roberto Martinez Mar 21 2010 12:08 AM from The Independent
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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan is congratulated after after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan is congratulated after after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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Wigan Athletic's Hugo Rodallega, right, and teammate Titus Bramble celebrate at the end of their English Premier League soccer match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Saturday March 20, 2010.

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Wigan Athletic's Hugo Rodallega, right, and teammate Titus Bramble celebrate at the end of their English Premier League soccer match at the DW Stadium, Wigan, England, Saturday March 20, 2010.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Hugo Rodallega of Wigan celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Burnley at the JJB Stadium on March 20, 2010 in Wigan, England.

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