FA CUP 3rd ROUND
Venue: DW STADIUM
WIGAN ATHLETIC 0 MANCHESTER UNITED 2
Scorers: Dalot, Fernandes
Although United had a small distance to travel to one of their neighbours in their first FA Cup tie of the season I set out at 9am for my first trip to Wigan. Train into Glasgow, followed by Flixbus to Manchester, a short walk to Manchester Victoria station to catch the train to Wigan Wallgate. The final leg of the trip was a walk to the ground which was about 25 minuntes but very straightforward.
The visit of United even although they have not been in great form attracted a near capacity and noisy crowd of 22,870.
The Reds receiving the biggest of the four stands on the East side of the ground which made for a great cup tie atmosphere.
As for the game the first half was good but the second poor. Man United should've had a comfortable 3/4 goal lead at half-time instead of the slim one goal lead. The second half was a non-event with United fortunate to add to their lead through a disputed penalty.
Personal note:
- New ground and club for me DW Stadium and Wigan Athletic FC.
- 15th different ground I've watched Manchester United in.
- My 76th Man Utd match.
