Chris Kirkland believes Wigan must use their victory over Liverpool as a step towards survival.

Chris Kirkland is calling on Wigan’s senior players to lead the way as they look to pull away from the Premier League’s drop zone.

Wigan goalkeeper Chris Kirkland wants the players to shake off any feelings of self-pity and get back to winning ways.

Wigan chief Roberto Martinez insists that Chris Kirkland will be part of England’s World Cup squad.

Wigan could be without captain Mario Melchiot for the visit of Everton in the Barclays Premier League.
Melchiot had to come off with a neck problem in the Latics 2-1 defeat at Blackburn on Wednesday and faces a late fitness test.
Chris Kirkland

Wigan’s keeper Chris Kirkland is sidelined with a collarbone injury so Vladimir Stojkovic is set to make his debut against Blackburn.

Wigan goalkeeper Vladimir Stojkovic is poised for his Premier League debut at Blackburn after Chris Kirkland was ruled out for a fortnight with an injured collarbone.

Wigan will be without goalkeeper Chris Kirkland for up to three weeks after he damaged his collarbone in training.

Sunderland manager Steve Bruce has rubbished speculation that he has made a 5million bid for Wigan goalkeeper Chris Kirkland.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is lining up a controversial 5m move for Wigan keeper Chris Kirkland.