Wigan Athletic player ratings: Paul Kendrick's verdict from the visit of MK Dons - '...Playing like he's been here for years...'

By Paul Kendrick

Published 3rd Sep 2026, 18:12 BST

Updated 3rd Sep 2026, 18:20 BST

Paul Kendrick runs the rule over the Wigan Athletic side that beat MK Dons 3-1 at the Brick Community Stadium and delivers his report card.

Scores on the doors!

Fine display in the engine room and rewarded with two great goals to get Latics up and running Photo: Katie Richardson

Assisted the first for Weir and scored the second himself with a pinpoint volley Photo: Katie Richardson

Debut for the loan signing from Manchester City and early signs that he could be a shrewd capture Photo: Katie Richardson

Returned from injury and hit a post as well as seeing another effort cleared off the line Photo: Katie Richardson

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