They will be hoping to extend the club’s amazing record in the capital and can take inspiration from the legendary sides of the 1990s. Here are 44 images from the Observer archives showing that fans had much to celebrate back then too.


2. 1991
The Wigan team's open top bus enters Hilton Street on the way into Central Park for the homecoming on Sunday 28th of April 1991. Photo: Frank Orrell


4. 1992
Dean Bell and Shaun Edwards share the cup with fans at Central Park during the homecoming on Sunday 3rd of May 1992. Photo: Frank Orrell
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