We delve into our archives and found these wonderful photos of Wigan Athletic players in action and fans showing their support, 50 years ago in 1972.
By Michelle Adamson
Published 25th Feb 2022, 13:20 GMT
Updated 25th Feb 2022, 13:22 GMT
Wigan Athletic 1972
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Wigan Athletic player-manager Gordon Milne leads out his team for the FA Trophy 3rd round match against Barnet at Springfield Park on Saturday 26th of February 1972. Wigan lost the match 2-1 with Joe Fletcher scoring Latic's goal.
The delicacies awaiting Wigan Athletic players in the dressing room after winning the Northern Premier League cup final. A plate each containing a pie, sandwich, sausage roll, a scone and cans of Watneys pale ale.
Joe Fletcher scores for Wigan Athletic against Witton Albion in the FA Trophy 1st round match at Springfield Park on Saturday 22nd of January 1972. Wigan won 1-0.
Wigan Athletic's Jim Fleming challenging for the ball in the FA Trophy 3rd round match against Barnet at Springfield Park on Saturday 26th of February 1972. Wigan lost the match 2-1 with Joe Fletcher scoring Latic's goal.