Wycombe Wanderers secured a spot in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup after defeating Wigan Athletic 2-0 at the Brick Community Stadium. The win came on a night when the visitors dazzled with their strategic superiority. With manager Michael Duff taking charge, they’ve turned the squad over entirely, with 11 changes from their most recent game against Northampton.
The opening goal arrived in the 32nd minute when Caolan Boyd-Munce showcased his skill with a curling left-footed strike that found the top corner of the net. This initial lead gave Wycombe the momentum they needed, and from there they never looked back.
Wigan experienced misfortune not just at the hands of their opponents but after an unforeseen interval disruption in the first half. The match was extended by a considerable emergency stoppage as one of the assistant referees went down injured. This notable stoppage seems to have broken the second half momentum for both squads. That was mainly because Ryan Lowe’s team were never really allowed to get going. Their lacklustre showing came on the heels of a crushing 4-1 loss to arch-enemies Bolton.
Wycombe’s second goal came in the 62nd minute when Donnel McNeilly headed the ball past Wigan’s goalkeeper, Tickle, from close range. That goal solidified Wycombe’s control of the game. It ensured their progression in the cup tie at the most, removing any major danger from Wigan.
As the game wore on, Wycombe’s tactical modifications and energetic starting XI became even more evident. They did take control of the game’s pace and flow with remarkable dominance. The victory not only highlights Wycombe’s potential under Duff’s leadership but serves as a much-needed boost following their recent success in League One.
Fans from coast-to-coast are checking in on the Carabao Cup just to walk down memory lane. You can follow all the fixtures and results on Sky Sports. This year, the competition will be available to stream on NOW too, making sure fans can stay tuned to their team’s journey! Sky Sports have the exclusive UK broadcasting rights for the tournament, with extensive coverage of key moments and match highlights.
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