Bolton's aspirations for promotion took a hit as Wigan secured a League One double over their local rivals with a solitary goal from Stephen Humphrys at the DW Stadium. Despite holding third place in the table, Bolton couldn't capitalize on their early chances, with Paris Maghoma's attempt thwarted by Sam Tickle after a burst past Luke Chambers.
The setback worsened with Carlos Mendes Gomes' injury exit, but Bolton continued to dictate the game. Defender Eoin Toal came close twice, heading over from a right-wing cross and then testing Tickle with a long-range effort.
The pattern persisted in the second half, as Nathaniel Ogbeta's shot was pushed wide by Tickle, who also denied Josh Sheehan's threatening free-kick. However, Wigan broke the deadlock in the 69th minute when substitute Humphrys combined with Chambers, slotting the ball past Joel Coleman.
Wigan had opportunities to extend their lead, notably with Thelo Aasgaard's volley saved by Coleman and Martial Godo's effort narrowly missing the target.
In the dying moments, Bolton had a golden opportunity to equalize, but Ricardo Santos headed wide from close range amidst a chaotic finish, marked by a post-match altercation involving most players on the pitch.
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