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Wigan Athletic Information

Based in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England, Wigan Athletic FC currently play in the Premier League. They were promoted from the Football League in 2005, and have remained in the top flight Premiership to date. They are the newest club in the League, and were formed around 1932. Their home ground is based at DW Stadium, and played at Springfield Park for over six decades. Wigan goes by the club nickname, “Latics”.

Wigan co-hold a record with Boston United and Hereford United. This record, scoring a huge victory over a league club by a non league club, still stands today. During the early to mid part of the clubs existence, they moved within several leagues. From the Football League to the Cheshire County League, Wigan struggled to find its place in competitive club play. The Wigan Warriors, a Rugby Team, seemed to dominate the scene at the time, leaving Wigan Athletic at a loss for establishment. This would change, however, in the late ’60′s and early ’70′s.

Today, Wigan consists of top notch players. Led by current club Captain, Mario Melchiot, the squad has seen much success in the League. The team has been ridiculed in the past for poor performances, and dismal gate numbers, however, their matches against Arsenal and Everton last season, propelled them to new heights. Wigan, though still considered a new team, have impressed countless fans and supporters with their never quit attitude. Now entrenched in the current season, Wigan maybe the wild card team that can pull off the impossible. Their classic victory against Hull City last season, as well as the combination of Scott Sinclair (on loan from Chelsea), Jason Scotland, and Jamaica’s Marlon King, have Wigan off to a tremendous start. The fans will watch and continue to admire Wigan’s ‘underdog’ status, and under the management of Roberto Martinez, more success is predicted for the team this season.

Paul Jewell, former player, took over the reigns for the club in 2001. The squad would win the Division 2 Championship in the ’02-’03 season. Wigan would enter the Premier League 2 years later, coming in Runners Up in the Coca Cola Championship, behind Sunderland. Wigan Athletic would go toe to toe with several teams in the Premier League. From Manchester United and Chelsea, to Fulham and Charlton Athletic, Wigan put on dazzling performances, no matter the outcome.

Wigan Athletic Stadium

DW Stadium, formerly known as JJB Stadium, is a dual-purpose sports facility located within the Robin Park complex in Wigan. It is named after the stadium’s main sponsor, DW Sports Fitness, and was built in 1999. The venue opened its doors that same year, and currently hosts Wigan Athletic and the Wigan Warriors. It also facilitated Orrell RUFC of National Division Two, but after minimal success, the rugby team moved out in 2003. The stadium has a grass pitch and seats 24,826 spectators. Attendance figures have been steady since the stadium’s inception, and also hosts minor musical acts.

In 1995, Wigan would see the beginning of its rise to the top echelon of English club play. Led by new owner, David Whelan, it would take the club a decade to enter the Premiership. Wigan, en route to their goal of entering top flight football, would capture the Division 3 Title in ’97. They would also reach the Divisional Playoffs in ’99, but would lose to neighboring Manchester City. Wigan would face more upper management changes at the start of the new century, however, an improvement in their performances was clearly visible.

Wigan co-founded the Northern Premier League in ’68. After many attempts to join the Scottish League Second Division, Wigan were elected to join the Football League four years later. Although Wigan would come up short on many occasions, and would be scrambling in the 4th Division, they managed to capture the Freight Rover Trophy in 1985. Wigan would compete against some sturdy competition in The Bolton Wanderers. By the mid ’90′s, Wigan would establish themselves as a steady and secure outfit.

Wigan Athletic Manager

Roberto Martinez accepted managerial duties in June of this year. He also received an offer from Celtic, but chose to sign a three-year contract with Wigan, worth 1.5 million pounds. Martinez, the former manager of Swansea City, brings nearly two decades of football experience to the Latics. As a former player for Wigan, the Spanish national played midfield with precision and tact. He scored an impressive 23 goals during his playing career with Wigan, and won the Football League Third Division championship in the ’96-’97 season. Roberto hopes to avoid relegation and contribute to the recent upturn Wigan is experiencing.

Chelsea Football Club Facts & Info

Originally known as the Pensioners, Chelsea was formed on March, 14 1905 and was elected to the Football League not long after. Upon their entry into the League, Chelsea’s showings were less than impressive. It wasn’t until the 1950′s that Chelsea became a formidable adversary on the British stage. New manager Ted Drake took over in 1952 and began to transform the team into a version of what we know today. Now known as the Blues, Drake and his new squad won the 1954-55 League Championship, the club’s first major trophy.

Under manager Tommy Docherty, the Blues made formidable runs at trophies throughout the 1960′s but fell short in all but one endeavor, the 1964-65 League Cup. In 1970, Chelsea won the FA Cup over Leeds United and continued their winning ways into the following season, winning the UEFA Cup Winner’s Cup over Real Madrid, their first major European honor. Unfortunately, it wouldn’t be until the mid-nineties that Chelsea would re-establish its dominance in the football world.

More recently, after the 2003 sale of the club to Russian businessman Roman Abramovich, the team began to dominate both the English and International stage. Under their new ownership, the Blues spent upwards of 100 million pounds on new talent and a new manager, Jose Mourinho. It was under Mourinho that Chelsea achieved its greatest successes. Chelsea won back to back league championships in 2004-2005 and 2005-2006, becoming only the 5th English team to do so, as well as capturing the 2007 FA and League Cups. Chelsea made it to their first ever UEFA Champions League Final in 2007 under new manager Avram Grant. Since then, Chelsea has continued to play on a high level.

Chelsea FC Stadium

The Blues have played football for over a century and since their inception they have called only one place home, Stamford Bridge. With a bowl-like design and a covered terrace, Stamford Bridge could originally hold approximately 10,000 people. In an attempt to modernize the pitch in the 1970′s, a massive renovation was planned that would turn Stamford Bridge into a more modern 50,000 all-seater stadium. But this plan was stalled due to mounting financial costs. Renovation work continued in the mid-nineties and the plan was back in action.

The New Premier League, founded in 1992, became Chelsea’s home upon its formation. The Blues would not display top form in the league until 1994, when they reached the FA Cup Final. 1996 saw a change for Chelsea as they added accomplished star Ruud Gullit as player-manager. Gullit signed several international players with tremendous talent which allowed the Blues to capture the 1997 FA Cup, firmly establishing them as one of England’s top sides.

Chelsea F.C. has a long and rich history in the realm of English Football. For most of their existence, they have been considered as part of the top-tier of English Football clubs. As a member of the English Premier League, Chelsea F.C. faces stiff competition each year, making their recent accomplishments that much more impressive.

Chelsea FC Manager

Aside from winning, the other thing the Blues have been known for is a revolving door of managers. This season is no different as coach Carlo Ancelotti will take over the helm. Formally of AC Milan, Ancelotti won 234 matches with the club and captured two UEFA Super Cups (03, 07) as well as two UEFA Champions League titles (02-03, 06-07). With his creative style of coaching as well as his experience in high pressure situations, Ancelotti should have Blue’s fans eagerly anticipating the future of the team.