Mansfield Town – Wigan

Match analysis

Mansfield Town host Wigan in what promises to be a crucial clash for both sides, with the home side perched at 17th place on seven points after two wins, one draw and three defeats, scoring eight and conceding eleven. Wigan sit just above the relegation zone in 23rd, holding four points from one victory, one stalemate and four losses, with a goal tally of five for and eleven against. The disparity in points and goal difference makes the match a potential turning point for the Terriers, who will be eager to close the gap to safety, while the Latics will be desperate for a win to lift them away from the bottom. Both teams will be looking to improve their meagre records, and the result could significantly reshape the lower half of the table.