Wigan Athletic: Player ratings - Cambridge United (h): Quartet of ‘8’s vying for star man

Paul Kendrick runs the rule over the Wigan Athletic performance against Cambridge United and delivers his report card.

By Paul Kendrick

Published 17th Sep 2023, 12:48 BST

Scores on the doors!

Barely had a shot to save thanks to the wall in front, no chance for the penalty

1. SAM TICKLE: 6

Barely had a shot to save thanks to the wall in front, no chance for the penalty Photo: BP

Arguably his best game in a Latics shirt, benefitted from the break to recharge batteries after no pre-season

2. SEAN CLARE: 8

Arguably his best game in a Latics shirt, benefitted from the break to recharge batteries after no pre-season Photo: BP

Handed the captain's armband at 19, a rock on his return from suspension, and a hand in both goals with his passing accuracy

3. CHARLIE HUGHES: 8

Handed the captain's armband at 19, a rock on his return from suspension, and a hand in both goals with his passing accuracy Photo: BP

Slotted in at left-back after little football of late and didn't put a foot wrong until his substitution

4. OMAR REKIK: 7

Slotted in at left-back after little football of late and didn't put a foot wrong until his substitution Photo: BP