English:
Bolton Snatch Late Victory in Tense Derby at The Brick Community Stadium
Wigan, England – In a hard-fought League One matchday 27 clash, Bolton Wanderers emerged victorious as visitors against Wigan Athletic at The Brick Community Stadium. Despite Bolton’s clear dominance in possession, controlling 70% of the ball, Wigan fought tooth and nail, albeit with less attacking effectiveness.
The match, marked by intensity and tension, saw a yellow card for Bolton’s J. Sheehan in the 22nd minute. Despite the opportunities created by Bolton, with 16 total shots compared to Wigan’s 6, the home defense remained resolute for much of the match. However, Bolton’s constant pressure finally paid off in the 82nd minute, when J. Sheehan, redeeming himself from the earlier caution, scored the winning goal.
Wigan, with only one corner in their favor and no shots on target, failed to capitalize on their limited opportunities, while Bolton, although with a relatively low shot-on-target ratio (4 out of 16), managed to maintain control of the game and ultimately find a way to score. The match concluded with a hard-earned victory for Bolton, solidifying their position in the league table. The encounter was played as part of the 2025 League One season.
Substitutions wigan: at minute 61 D. Costelloe came in and J. Taylor went out., at minute 79 H. Bettoni came in and C. Saydee went out., at minute 80 C. Wright came in and F. Murray went out., at minute 88 M. Smith came in and T. Francois went out., at minute 88 J. Hungbo came in and C. McManaman went out.
Substitutions bolton: at minute 75 X. Simons came in and K. Dempsey went out., at minute 75 M. Burstow came in and J. McAtee went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Wigan
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