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Wigan Athletic chief proud of his players despite Manchester United setback

Shaun Maloney admitted he couldn’t have asked for any more from his Wigan Athletic players after they went down 2-0 to Manchester United in the FA Cup third round.

Shaun Maloney addresses the media following Latics' 2-0 defeat to Manchester UnitedShaun Maloney addresses the media following Latics' 2-0 defeat to Manchester United
Shaun Maloney addresses the media following Latics’ 2-0 defeat to Manchester United

To a man, the Latics side did everything asked of them, only for a goal in either half from Diogo Dalot and Bruno Fernandes[1] (penalty) to decide the contest.

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“In terms of effort, I’m very, very proud of what the players gave me,” said Maloney. “It was a very difficult match, United played very, very well, they’re a really tough opponent with the ball.

“We tried to be as aggressive as we could, we found it tough, but I can’t criticise any of my players after that.

“We needed some big saves from our goalkeeper at times, but they were brilliant, the way they kept going.

“I think we have to take lots from it, there were times when we played really well under pressure, and we showed how much talent is in the group, individually we had some really good performances.

“It’s never a nice feeling to get beat, but I hope we can all take a lot from it over the next few days.”

Latics’ best opportunity came in the opening exchanges, when Thelo Aasgaard had a clear sight of goal from close range only for Andre Onana to make a brilliant diving save.

“It might have changed the dynamic of that part of the game,” acknowledged Maloney. “But I also have to be fair to Manchester United[3], they also created a lot of chances as well.

“In these types of games, chances can be limited, and it was a big chance.

“But I can’t criticise Thelo or any of the players, they all gave me everything.”

Maloney also had no issue with the 74th-minute spot-kick, when Fernandes went down under Liam Shaw’s challenge.

The decision angered several Latics players, but Maloney added: “At the time, I wasn’t so sure, but I’ve no complaints.

“I have since seen a slow motion replay, and what I will say is when you attempt a tackle like that – and there is contact – then it’s going to be a penalty.”

After Aasgaard was denied by Onana, Sam Tickle thwarted Marcus Rashford at the other end, before Scott McTominay side-footed wide from a good position.

United went in front midway through the first period when Dalot fired home from 15 yards.

Tickle and Latics then had a massive let-off when he fumbled a shot from Rashford against his right-hand post, and was relieved to dive on the ball on the goalline.

Stephen Humphrys tried his luck from distance with a shot that fizzed past the far post and just in front of Martial Godo’s outstretched boot.

Rashford sent a free-kick just wide, before another swerving shot was parried by Tickle and bundled wide by McTominay.

Latics had another let-off when Alejandro Garnacho cut in off the right flank and unleashed a left-foot shot that hit the bar.

A Fernandes cross was then diverted wide by Rasmus Hojlund, with Latics grateful to get through to half-time without further damage.

Kobbie Mainoo’s low shot forced another good save from Tickle, before Fernandes sealed the win from 12 yards.

Tickle denied Garnacho in the closing stages, with Aasgaard firing wide right at the death.

References

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Police pursuit ends with crash in Wigan borough town centre

A police pursuit is reported to have come to an end when a car crashed in a Wigan borough town centre.

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A silver Peugeot car hit a black bollard on Market Street, Atherton, on Thursday afternoon.

On social media, witnesses reported they had seen the vehicle travel from Leigh, through Howe Bridge to the centre of Atherton, with several police cars in pursuit.

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Atherton north councillor James Paul Watson shared photographs on social media of the aftermath of the incident.

He reported that no-one was injured, though there was damage to the bollard and pavement.

He wrote: “This afternoon a GMP vehicle chase ended with a crash on Market Street in Atherton.

“Luckily the safety bollard did its job and nobody was injured.

One of the photographs shared on social media by Coun James Paul Watson after a police pursuit on Market Street, AthertonOne of the photographs shared on social media by Coun James Paul Watson after a police pursuit on Market Street, Atherton
One of the photographs shared on social media by Coun James Paul Watson after a police pursuit on Market Street, Atherton

“I was fortunate to be in the town centre and have already reported the damage to the bollard and pavement to be repaired ASAP.”

Wigan Today has contacted Greater Manchester Police to request more information about what happened.

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Wigan man jailed for killing mum-of-three in a car crash

A Wigan man has been jailed for killing a mum-of-three in a road smash.

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Jack Knowles, 34, from Ladies Lane in Hindley, was sentenced to one year eight months’ imprisonment and a driving disqualification for five years and 10 months, after earlier pleading guilty to causing death by careless driving and committing an act with intent to pervert the course of public justice.

Bolton Crown Court heard that shortly after 9.40pm on Bonfire Night 2021, Katherine West was crossing Ladies Lane, close to the junction with Haworth Street.

She reached the hatched markings in the centre of the carriageway, with one car slowing to allow her to cross.

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Jack Knowles

At the same time Knowles entered Ladies Lane from the roundabout with Bridge Street.

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His SUV collided with Katherine and while he briefly stopped, he quickly left the scene without checking on her.

In the days following the collision, Knowles arranged to have his vehicle repaired, with the intention of hiding any evidence that he had been involved.

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Katherine West

After an investigation, he was arrested and charged the following year.

The 59-year-old battled for her life in hospital but, sadly, died six weeks later.

Following sentencing, Katherine’s family said: “It has taken over two years, but finally our family have received justice for Kath, a wonderful wife, mother, nana and friend, who was killed after being hit by a car on November 5 2021

“The driver failed to stop and went to great lengths to cover up what he had done. We as a family will never forgive him for his actions then and the actions since.

“Kath was a wonderful caring, compassionate and lovable human being, she always looked for the good in everyone.

“She loved to see people happy and enjoying themselves, she was loved and respected by everyone she touched, and we miss her dearly.

“We are so proud of our amazing family who have dealt with their emotions and feelings with dignity and respect throughout this case and we would like to take this opportunity to thank all those many people involved throughout this ordeal, especially, the North West Ambulance Service who attended quickly, the many doctors and nurses from Salford Royal Hospital who nursed Kath, the off duty ambulance driver who came to our aid, the police, our Family Liaison Officer PC Heap, and Lead Investigating Officer PC Drummond and their team for their tireless pursuit of justice, and their constant care of us during the investigation.

“We would also like to thank friends and neighbours for their constant support, throughout this traumatic time which in fact is not yet and never will be over for us but at least now we get to grieve.”

PC Philip Drummond, from GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Being Bonfire Night, it was busy with traffic and pedestrians, enjoying the festivities locally.

“Katherine was crossing Ladies Lane when she was struck by Knowles’s car, throwing her into the air. He hadn’t been paying attention to the road ahead.

“After the crash, despite knowing he had hit a pedestrian and with no consideration for their condition, Knowles chose to drive away – yet returned on foot, posing as a bystander rather than identifying himself as the driver.

“While others went to Katherine’s aid, he did nothing to help her – his only thought was to destroy evidence connecting him to the offences, by arranging for his vehicle to be repaired – he then went on holiday.

“Knowles’ driving that day was careless.

“However, his actions after were deplorable.

“Rather than admitting his involvement, he put his victim’s family through two years of unnecessary anguish.

“He has finally been brought to justice and while it will never make up for their loss, I hope that it brings Katherine’s family some level of closure.

“I hope this serves as a reminder to those who continue to endanger the public – we will continue to bring you to justice.”

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