Paul Kendrick looks back on the last 10 years and picks his Latics 'Team of the Decade'...how does it compare to yours?
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MIDFIELD: JAMES McARTHUR- Latics' fall from grace can be traced to the moment hewas soldin August 2014. Didn't get headlines he deserved here, with McCarthy enjoying more of the spotlight, but has since made far more of an impact back in the Premier League than his close pal, who recently rejoined him at Crystal Palace. Photo: Bp
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LEFT-BACK: JEAN BEAUSEJOUR- His arrival in January 2012 - whichgave the green light forRoberto Martinez's 3-4-3 formation - coincided with Latics going from relegation probables to the most in-form side in the country, with seven wins from their last nine matches securing what had looked an unlikely safety. Outstanding delivery. Photo: Bp
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MIDFIELD: SAM MORSY- Only member of the current Latics squad to make the cut, reflecting the influence the skipper has made since joining in January 2016. Was also the only Latics representative at the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia, playing alongside Liverpool's Mo Salah for Egypt, and a real leader of men. Photo: Bp
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MIDFIELD: JAMES McCARTHY- Established himself as one of the top midfielders in the country during his four years with Latics, culminating in the FA Cup triumph in 2013. Followed Roberto Martinez and Graeme Jones to Everton after Latics dropped out of the Premier League although, after a great start, injuries have since dogged him. Photo: Bp