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Wigan Athletic

Inter Miami star sends brilliant response to Miguel Almiron gesture Joe Buck

Footage of Wigan fans singing in 2016 was mistaken as Ukrainians celebrating the Crimean Bridge attack by Hungarian TV station HirTV - Credit: Getty / YouTube

Hungarian TV station mistakes Ukrainians for Wigan Athletic fans Ethan Evans

Neil Warnock rescued Huddersfield Town from near certain relegation (Picture: Bruce Rollinson)

Warnock, 74, to remain as Huddersfield Town manager in Championship James Copley

Sunderland fans away at Norwich City earlier this season.

The superb photos of brilliant Sunderland fans away from home this season James Copley

Three ex-SAFC players remain at Wigan with Power discussing new deal James Copley

HUDDERSFIELD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 13: James McClean of Wigan Athletic celebrates following their sides victory in the Sky Bet Championship between Huddersfield Town and Wigan Athletic at John Smith's Stadium on September 13, 2022 in Huddersfield, England. (Photo by Charlotte Tattersall/Getty Images)

McClean's message to Wigan Athletic fans after relegation James Copley

Joe Gelhardt scores against Huddersfield Town

Frustrating night at SoL underlined SAFC's challenge but dream is still alive

WIGAN, ENGLAND - MARCH 04: Max Power of Wigan Athletic during the Sky Bet Championship between Wigan Athletic and Birmingham City at DW Stadium on March 04, 2023 in Wigan, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

Power has altercation with fans after Wigan edge closer to relegation James Copley

HUDDERSFIELD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 13: James McClean of Wigan Athletic celebrates following their sides victory in the Sky Bet Championship between Huddersfield Town and Wigan Athletic at John Smith's Stadium on September 13, 2022 in Huddersfield, England. (Photo by Charlotte Tattersall/Getty Images)

FA launch investigation into incident involving ex-SAFC man James McClean James Copley

Wales' forward Nathan Broadhead (C) is congratulated by teammates after he scored their first goal during the UEFA Euro 2024 qualification football match between Croatia and Wales in Split, on March 25, 2023. (Photo by Denis LOVROVIC / AFP) (Photo by DENIS LOVROVIC/AFP via Getty Images)

Ex-Sunderland and Wigan loanee nets last-gasp equaliser against Croatia James Copley

READING, ENGLAND - APRIL 05: A general view of the players tunnel before the Sky Bet Championship match between Reading and Stoke City at Madejski Stadium on April 05, 2022 in Reading, England. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Reading to learn points deduction fate this week after Championship drama James Copley

Wigan Athletic have been hit with a points deduction - and the punishment may not end there

Wigan Athletic hit with points deduction - and punishment may not end there Phil Smith

WIGAN, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 06: A general view inside the stadium prior to the Sky Bet League One match between Wigan Athletic and AFC Wimbledon at DW Stadium on February 06, 2021 in Wigan, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Wigan Athletic's owners plan shocking late wages solution James Copley

WATFORD, ENGLAND - MARCH 18: Manager of Wigan Athletic, Shaun Maloney looks on during the Sky Bet Championship between Watford and Wigan Athletic at Vicarage Road on March 18, 2023 in Watford, England. (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images)

Wigan's wages remain unpaid with ex-Sunderland players impacted James Copley

WIGAN, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: General view outside of the stadium displaying a statue of Dave Whelan ahead of the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Wigan Athletic and Sunderland at DW Stadium on September 21, 2021 in Wigan, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Wigan chairman's response to issue impacting ex-Sunderland players James Copley

Wigan Athletic have released a statement over unpaid wages at the club (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Sunderland’s Championship rivals release statement over unpaid wages

BLACKBURN, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 06: James McClean of Wigan attempts to cross the ball whilst under pressure from Joe Rankin-Costello of Blackburn Rovers during the Sky Bet Championship between Blackburn Rovers and Wigan Athletic at Ewood Park on February 06, 2023 in Blackburn, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

McClean suggests fights should be introduced in football to settle differences James Copley

Jordan Jones during his stint with Sunderland

Ex-Sunderland attacker returns to Scotland after 'administration error' James Copley

Huddersfield Town have announced the departure of Mark Fotheringham as manager (Photo by Charlotte Tattersall/Getty Images)

Huddersfield Town announce sacking of Mark Fotheringham Joe Buck

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - APRIL 16: Kevin Nisbet of Hibernian FC looks on prior to the Scottish Cup Semi Final match between Heart Of Midlothian FC and Hibernian FC at Hampden Park on April 16, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Gossip: Wigan Athletic eye ex-Sunderland target Kevin Nisbett on deadline day James Copley

Kolo Toure has parted company with Wigan Athletic after just nine games in charge. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Sunderland's rivals confirm departure of manager Joe Buck

Leeds United striker Joe Gelhardt

Sunderland move close to huge January loan deal for Leeds striker Joe Gelhardt Phil Smith

Jermaine Beckford believes Joe Gelhardt should move to Wigan Athletic this month (Photo by Ashley Allen/Getty Images)

Leeds United striker told to ‘snub’ Sunderland transfer Joe Buck

LEEDS, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: Joe Gelhardt of Leeds United in action during the Friendly match between Leeds United and AS Monaco at Elland Road on December 21, 2022 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Ashley Allen/Getty Images)

Sunderland would 'definitley take' Leeds man during transfer window James Copley

Ellis Simms scores at the DW Stadium earlier this season

Championship rivals facing potential points deduction after paying wages late Phil Smith

LEEDS, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 21: Joe Gelhardt of Leeds United in action during the Friendly match between Leeds United and AS Monaco at Elland Road on December 21, 2022 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Ashley Allen/Getty Images)

Who is Joe Gelhardt and what has Wigan boss said amid Sunderland 'interest'? James Copley

BARNSLEY, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 27: Macauley Bonne of Queens Park Rangers looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Barnsley and Queens Park Rangers at Oakwell Stadium on October 27, 2020 in Barnsley, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Ex-Sunderland 'target' set for medical at EFL club after being released James Copley

WIGAN, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 21: Nathan Broadhead of Sunderland interacts with the crowd following the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Wigan Athletic and Sunderland at DW Stadium on September 21, 2021 in Wigan, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Sunderland fans deliver strong verdict on Broadhead's £1.5m move James Copley

Sunderland issue strong fan warning after incidents at Wigan Athletic and Shrewsbury Town.

SAFC issue strong fan warning after incidents at Wigan Athletic and Shrewsbury Richard Mennear

Leeds United youngster Joe Gelhardt

What to expect from SAFC in the final week of the window explained

WIGAN, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 11: Nathan Broadhead of Wigan Athletic celebrates after scoring their sides first goal during the Sky Bet Championship between Wigan Athletic and Blackburn Rovers at DW Stadium on October 11, 2022 in Wigan, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Broadhead reacts after joining Ipswich Town club in reported £1.5m deal James Copley

WIGAN, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 11: Nathan Broadhead of Wigan Athletic celebrates after scoring their sides first goal during the Sky Bet Championship between Wigan Athletic and Blackburn Rovers at DW Stadium on October 11, 2022 in Wigan, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Reports: Ex-Sunderland man arrives in Ipswich ahead of move James Copley

NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Jack Colback and Morgan Gibbs-White of Nottingham Forest is challenged by Conor Gallagher of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Chelsea FC at City Ground on January 01, 2023 in Nottingham, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Wigan eye ANOTHER ex-Sunderland player who played for Newcastle James Copley

WIGAN, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 11: Nathan Broadhead of Wigan Athletic celebrates after scoring their sides first goal during the Sky Bet Championship between Wigan Athletic and Blackburn Rovers at DW Stadium on October 11, 2022 in Wigan, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Broadhead faces League One decision after 'seven-figure' fee is agreed James Copley

Edouard Michut in action for Sunderland against Luton Town (Picture by FRANK REID)

'Their success inspires you' - Edouard Michut on Messi and Mbappe influence

Kolo Toure

Rival boss admits some players want exit with FIVE ex-SAFC men on books James Copley

Sunderland midfielder Edouard Michut

Tony Mowbray delivers verdict on Michut's full debut & what's next Phil Smith

Sunderland fans celebrate Ross Stewart's goal at Wembley in May

The images that best sum up another ridiculous year following Sunderland AFC Phil Smith

Sunderland midfielder Dan Neil

Sunderland boss explains the key dilemma he's going to face in the New Year Phil Smith

Sunderland made it back-to-back Championship wins after a 4-1 win at Wigan Athletic with goals from Ellis Simms, Ross Stewart, Patrick Roberts and Amad Diallo.

23 brilliant fan pictures from Sunderland's stunning hammering of Wigan James Copley

Ross Stewart of Sunderland scores the second for Sunderland with a penalty and celebrates during the Sky Bet Championship match between Wigan Athletic and Sunderland at The DW Stadium on December 29, 2022 in Wigan, United Kingdom. (Photo by Ian Horrocks/Sunderland AFC via Getty Images)

Blackpool vs Sunderland: How to watch and stream plus ticket information James Copley

Amad celebrates with fans

Fabrizio Romano drops interesting Amad transfer update ahead of window James Copley

Edouard Michut

Michut posts five-word message to Sunderland fans plus painful photograph James Copley

Sunderland striker Ross Stewart

Wigan boss explains what went wrong against SAFC & says key call 'harsh' Phil Smith

Abdoullah Ba made a successful return to the starting XI on Thursday night

Mowbray explains why Ba was able to make a brilliant return to the starting XI Phil Smith

Ross Stewart fires Sunderland into the lead

Tony Mowbray delivers verdict on superb SAFC win - and explains his starting XI Phil Smith

Ellis Simms opened up the scoring for Sunderland

This is how it played out as Sunderland climb to FOURTH with emphatic win Phil Smith

Sunderland AFC.

Sunderland issue statement to fans ahead of Wigan Athletic game Richard Mennear

Ellis Simms

Rating the probability of these 12 Sunderland players leaving in January James Copley

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 10: Kolo Toure, Manager of Wigan Athletic, looks on during the Sky Bet Championship match between Millwall and Wigan Athletic at The Den on December 10, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Wigan boss Kolo Toure ponders Sunderland test and insists Latics will be ready James Copley