Matt Bloomfield believes Wycombe showed both sides of their promotion credentials this week by following up the 5-0 midweek romp at Stockport with a single-goal triumph at Sky Bet League One strugglers Wigan.
Joe Low’s 11th-minute header was the difference at the Brick Community Stadium as Wycombe cemented their position on top of the league with a seventh straight win in all competitions.
But after coasting to victory at Stockport, this time the Chairboys had to dig in and withstand a fierce second-half onslaught from the Latics to secure another three points.
“It was a very different game to Stockport in the week,” admitted Bloomfield. “I thought that was as good as we could possibly play both in and out of possession and we pressed high up the pitch.
“But the way Wigan dominated possession today, it was tough for us to do that and we’ll have to have a look at the game-plan, and whether we could have done anything differently.
“Full respect for the way Shaun (Maloney) has got his team going, I thought they were very, very good, we had to hold on for large parts of the game.
“I thought the desire of the defence not to concede, and a couple of great saves from Franco (Ravizzoli), were the reason we won the game.
“To go to Stockport and Wigan in the space of four days, I was a little bit fearful of how it would play out. But to come away with six points, we have to be very, very pleased.
“As well as we played in midweek, there was a lot of ‘old school Wycombe’ about this one – the spirit has remained, and the players are really running with it.”
For Wigan boss Maloney, it was another case of what might have been. Thelo Aasgaard could not take any of the three big chances that came his way while Dale Taylor fired over from close range and Jonny Smith also hit the bar.
“In terms of performance, I can’t ask any more in terms of what we did in the second half, apart from the most important part – we have to take our chances,” said Maloney.
“It’s not the first time I’ve sat here and said that. We created more than enough in that second half, the intent completely different from the first.
“My centre-backs have been fantastic for me this season and I just needed more from them in that first half, in terms of playing forward and being aggressive, when there was space to go forward.
“They did that in that second half, and I think that was a big part of why we were so good.
“In fairness, in that first half, they had a chance from a set-piece and they score, we had a set-piece and we didn’t… other than that it was a very even, slow-paced game from both sides.
“There was no real intent or aggression, which I didn’t like. The second half was much better and on another day we probably get something.
“What I will say is that whenever I’ve watched Wycombe, I’ve thought they looked dangerous against the best sides in the division.
“I never felt uncomfortable against them today… but to be fair, they probably didn’t feel uncomfortable playing against us in that first half.”
Ange Postecoglou insisted his controversial cupped ear celebration to Tottenham fans in a 1-0 loss at Chelsea had been misinterpreted on another bad night for the Australian.Spurs slipped to a 16th defeat in the Premier League this season thanks to a 50th-minute header by Enzo Fernandez, but it only told half the story of a typically frenzied London derby.VAR was required to rule out a fine strike...
Chelsea climbed back into the Premier League’s top four as Enzo Fernandez’s header early in the second half earned a 1-0 derby win over Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.Enzo Maresca’s side were under pressure after limping into the international break playing football that had ceased to excite home fans, but they largely had the better of a disappointing Spurs team that failed to tak...
Reports suggest a striker, a new central midfielder, a winger and a backup goalkeeper all on the Italian's agenda as the season comes to a close. However, this means player sales will also be key to boosting Arteta's spending power if they want to comply with financial rules much like every other Premier League side. Raheem Sterling and veteran No.2 goalkeeper Neto are both set to return to their ...
Let's start our Daily Laugh today. Sam Barrott last night Kiwior VS Vinicius Jr. & Mbappe Fun Fact Once upon a time they all used to called as next Messi. VAR referee placing bets during a live game in the Bulgaria league. Only Didier Drogba can do this… Tottenham always make Chelsea feel better Please stay tuned on Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow!(Credit: Justtoonit, ori...
Manchester United will beat Arsenal to the signing of fearsome Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres this summer, according to a Liverpool legend.Gyokeres is one of the most in-demand centre-forwards in the world after registering an incredible 85 goals in 92 appearances for Sporting CP since joining the club in July 2023. The 26-year-old was prevented from leaving last summer by a massive €100mil...
The Canada international is poised to become a free agent this summer, leading to plenty of interest in him from top Premier League clubs.According to Empire of the Kop, it now looks like Liverpool are serious contenders to sign David ahead of the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham, Chelsea, Newcastle and West Ham.It's not often quality players like David are available for free, so it ...
Ollie Watkins was a transfer target for Arsenal back in JanuaryArsenal are gearing up for a busy summer transfer window with a new striker at the top of Mikel Arteta's wishlist. But there are seemingly no plans to rekindle their interest in Ollie Watkins after their failed January swoop for the Aston Villa star.Watkins, 29, emerged as a surprise target for the Gunners in the winter transfer window...
Man Utd hand Amir Ibragimov his first professional contract🚨✍🏻 Official: Amir Ibragimov has signed his first professional contract for Manchester United.He’s highly rated internally among talents for the future. pic.twitter.com/YrkLvNUeRd— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 3, 2025Real Madrid sign highly-rated Diego Aguado🚨⚪️ 18 year old talent Diego Aguado has signed new deal at ...
David Moyes believes James Tarkowski was lucky to avoid a red card for his reckless challenge on Alexis Mac Allister as Everton were beaten 1-0 by Liverpool on a controversial night at Anfield.Diogo Jota’s 57th-minute goal, which Moyes claimed should have been ruled out for offside, gave Liverpool a 100th derby win and moved them a step closer to the Premier League title, but both sides were...
Jack Grealish dedicated his goal to his late brother after scoring in Manchester City’s 2-0 win over relegation-threatened Leicester on Wednesday.The England international hit his first Premier League goal for 16 months, on his first start in the competition since last December, as City moved back into fourth with a comfortable success at the Etihad Stadium.It came on the 25th anniversary of...
- 1 Danny Rohl hails Sheffield Wednesday resilience in draw at Cardiff
- 2 Alfie May double sends Birmingham step closer to Championship
- 3 Marcus Rashford scores first Premier League goal for Villa in win at Brighton
- 4 Ryan Lowe and Conor Hourihane felt team deserved more as Wigan and Barnsley draw
- 5 Mat Sadler hails Taylor Allen set-piece skills after Walsall snatch draw
- 6 Chris Davies says Alfie May’s goal drought never concerned him
- 7 Football fan 'eats' raw pig's head in ultimate insult
- 8 Marcus Rashford still looking to improve after firing Villa into FA Cup semis
- 9 Chelsea prepare €70m for Barcelona defender
- 10 Wrexham beat Exeter to maintain promotion hopes