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 BST
Updated 25th Feb 2022, 13:22 BST
Wigan Athletic 1972
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Wigan Athletic players Johnny King, Ian Gillibrand and Doug Coutts (holding the trophy) collect their medals after winning the the Northern Premier League cup final at Springfield Park on Monday 24th of April 1972.
Latics lost 0-2 but had secured the trophy for the first time after winning the first leg 4-0 away against Gainsborough Trinity.
Wigan Athletic's Jim Fleming moves in on goal against South Liverpool in the Northern Premier League match at Springfield Park on Saturday 19th of February 1972. Wigan lost 1-0.
Wigan Athletic forward, Geoff Davies, strains to reach the ball against Morecambe in a Northern Premier League match at Springfield Park on Saturday 5th of February 1972. Latics won 1-0 with a penalty from Jim Fleming.
Wigan Athletic fans supporting their team against Morecambe in a Northern Premier League match at Springfield Park on Saturday 5th of February 1972.
Latics won 1-0 with a penalty from Jim Fleming.