Wigan and Bolton Wanderers face each other on Saturday 01.17.2026, at 12:30 (UK Time), in a EFL League One 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Wigan's home ground, the The DW Stadium.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Wigan and Bolton Wanderers, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Wigan vs Bolton Wanderers
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Under 2.5 Goals
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Wigan preview
Wigan heads into the match with the following record in the EFL League One: in 24 matches, The Latics secured 7 victories, 9 draws, and 8 losses, maintaining an average of 1.25 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Wigan's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 10 victories so far.
Wigan has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 34 goals, of which 26 were scored in the EFL League One, resulting in an average of 1.08 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Fraser Murray, who has found the back of the net 4 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Christain Saydee has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, Wigan has conceded 27 goals in the EFL League One (an average of 1.13 per game) and 37 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.12 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Bolton Wanderers preview
Bolton Wanderers comes into the game with 25 matches played so far in the EFL League One. They have secured 10 victories, 9 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.56 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 15 wins, 10 draws, and 8 losses.
The Trotters's attack has been highly effective, scoring 50 goals during this period. Of that total, 32 were netted in the EFL League One, with an average of 1.28 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.52.
The Wanderers's offensive system is led by Mason Burstow, the team's top scorer this season. The english midfielder has found the back of the net 7 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Amario Cozier-Duberry. The midfielder has contributed with 8 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 25 goals with an average of 1 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 36 goals in 33 matches, averaging 1.09 per match.
Head to head: Wigan vs Bolton Wanderers
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Wigan Athletic
England - EFL League One
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W L L |
1.25 |
| Home | D L W D W |
1.64 |
| Away | L W L D W |
0.92 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 29% | 45% | 15% |
| Goals | 2.21 | 1.82 | 2.54 |
| Scored | 1.08 | 1.09 | 1.08 |
| Conceded | 1.13 | 0.73 | 1.46 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 27% | 69% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 45% | 8% |
| Failed To Score | 29% | 36% | 23% |
| 1st to Score | 42% | 55% | 31% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.42 | 1.1 |
|
xGA
|
1.42 | 1.2 | 1.61 |
Bolton Wanderers
England - EFL League One
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D L W |
1.56 |
| Home | D L W W D |
2.15 |
| Away | L D L W D |
0.92 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 62% | 17% |
| Goals | 2.28 | 2.23 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.28 | 1.69 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0.54 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 46% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 28% | 46% | 8% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 23% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 42% | 62% | 25% |
|
xG
|
1.84 | 2.04 | 1.62 |
|
xGA
|
1.03 | 0.9 | 1.16 |
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