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Wigan Warriors host Leeds Rhinos in Academy League Top Four at Robin Park Arena on Wednesday. Winners secure top spot and a Grand Final place.
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Match Report | Wheelchair SL win big against Hull FC
Wigan Warriors Wheelchair extended their winning streak to eight games with a dominant 58-24 victory over Hull FC at Liverpool John Moores University.
Kai Payne Joins Oldham Athletic On Loan From Wigan
Wigan Athletic midfielder Kai Payne has joined Oldham Athletic on loan for the 2026/27 season — his third spell at Boundary Park.
Wigan Athletic Face Barnsley in Carabao Cup First Round
Wigan Athletic begin their 2026/27 season at Barnsley in the Carabao Cup First Round on Saturday. Midfielder Jensen Weir says the squad is ready after a…
Wigan Warriors Women Beat St Helens 44-6
Wigan Warriors Women maintained their unbeaten season with a dominant 44-6 Super Four victory over St Helens, scoring four tries in the second half.
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Wigan Athletic Appoints Anthony Cole-Johnson as CEO
Wigan Athletic appoints Anthony Cole-Johnson as Chief Executive Officer following Sarah Guilfoyle's departure after ten years with the club.
Wigan Athletic Start 2026/27 Season at Barnsley
Wigan Athletic begin their 2026/27 campaign with a Carabao Cup First Round trip to Barnsley on Saturday. Manager Gary Caldwell says his squad is ready…
Wigan Warriors Face Toulouse in Super League
Wigan Warriors preview Saturday's Super League clash with Toulouse Olympique. Coach Matt Peet warns of Toulouse's attacking threat and reflects on the…
Wigan Athletic Signs Defender Archie Harris from Bournemouth
Wigan Athletic complete the permanent signing of 21-year-old defender Archie Harris from AFC Bournemouth on a two-year deal ahead of the 2026/27 League…
Archie Harris joins Wigan Athletic from Bournemouth
Archie Harris, 21, has signed a two-year deal with Wigan Athletic after progressing through AFC Bournemouth's academy. The Wales U21 international is a…
Wigan Warriors Academy vs Warrington Tonight
Wigan Warriors host Warrington Wolves in Academy League Top Four fixture at Robin Park Arena tonight at 7pm. Two undefeated sides clash with three…
Wigan Warriors Play Warrington in Dublin 2027
Wigan Warriors will face Warrington Wolves at Dublin's Laya Arena on 24 April 2027 in the first Super League fixture ever held in Ireland.
Wigan Warriors Academy Eyes Top Four Glory
Wigan Warriors Academy full-back Sam Dickenson says the unbeaten side are in strong form ahead of Thursday's Top Four play-off opener against Warrington…
Wigan Warriors Extend Turmeric Co. Partnership to 2029
Wigan Warriors have extended their partnership with The Turmeric Co. for three more years, keeping turmeric shots in the squad's nutrition and recovery…
Wigan Warriors Academy Eyes Grand Final After Perfect Season
Wigan Warriors Academy head into play-offs unbeaten. Coach Matty Smith previews Thursday's clash with Warrington Wolves at Robin Park Arena.
Wigan Athletic Launches Crusty's Crew for Junior Fans
Wigan Athletic has rebranded Junior Latics to Crusty's Crew, a new social media hub for young supporters with exclusive competitions, behind-the-scenes…
Jonny Smith Joins Rochdale After Three Years at Wigan
Winger Jonny Smith has left Wigan Athletic to join Rochdale permanently after three seasons, making 77 appearances and scoring 10 goals for the Latics.
Wigan Athletic Women Summer Grassroots Festival
Wigan Athletic Women host free Summer Grassroots Football Festival on 20 August for girls aged 10-16 at Edge Hall Road, with coaching, games and player…
Wigan Warriors: Bring a Friend Free to Catalans Game
Wigan Warriors season ticket holders can bring a friend for free to the Catalans Dragons game on 11 September at 8pm — the final home fixture of the…
Wigan Athletic Season Ticket Sales Tracking Behind Last Year
Wigan Athletic's season ticket sales are slightly behind last year's figures ahead of the opening home match against Leyton Orient on 22 August, the club…