Wigan Athletic boss Steve Bruce has called for a rule change following Emmerson Boyce’s dismissal against Newcastle United on Saturday.

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan has conceded Steve Bruce will leave The JJB for a new challenge at some stage, but says there is no chance of him heading to Newcastle while Mike Ashley is at the helm.

Taunted Titus Bramble enjoyed shutting up the boo-boys who made his life such a misery during his stay on Tyneside with a dramatic late equaliser at St James’ Park

Titus Bramble returned to haunt his former club with a last-minute equaliser to snatch Wigan a much-deserved 2-2 draw with Newcastle.

Wigan boss Steve Bruce insists loan striker Amr Zaki will see the season out at the JJB and not leave in January.

Wigan boss Steve Bruce hopes to conclude a deal for Ecuador striker Cristian Benitez with Amr Zaki’s future in the balance.

Henri Camara is keen to break into the Wigan starting XI after spending much of the term on the bench.

Wigan Athletic boss Steve Bruce would be happy to let Marlon King move to Hull City on a permanent basis.

Wigan Athletic striker Emile Heskey admitted his goal in Saturday’s important 2-1 victory at Portsmouth had an element of good fortune about it.

Tony Adam’s side lose late as Emile Heskey snatches the win for Wigan.