At the DW Stadium, fans are getting an idea of why possession sometimes does not matter. Wigan has held two-thirds of it, though Stoke has generated most of the chances, though in the 18th minute, it was some dead ball randomness that gave the visiting Potters the match’s first goal.
Wigan Athletic Vs. Stoke City: Robert Huth Direct Kick Deflects Potters To 1-0 Lead
That opener came off the right foot of Robert Huth. The German defender lined up a direct kick from 22 yards out, thundering a right footer into the Wigan ball. The ball deflected off and through the wall, beating Ali Al Habsi to send Wigan down one.
The Latics come into this match in 18th place, having lost to bottom dwelling West Ham 3-1 last week. Stoke’s enjoyed better fortunes, sitting eighth before today’s match, having collected 10 points in their last four matches.
With the match now ni the 25th minute, Wigan is doing little to threaten the Stoke unbeaten streak. Stoke defense continues to snuff out each Wigan movement, keeping the match 1-0, Potters.
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