Tuesday, September 19, 2006

CREWE ALEXANDRA - WIGAN ATHLETIC

Both sides could probably have done without this match tonight.

Wigan's first priority will be to preserve their Premiership status, they have plenty of players unavailable tonight, but will still be able to name a strong starting line up.

Now that Crewe have recovered after a very poor start to Division 1 life, they will give everything to regain their place in the Championship. They have two very difficult away games in the next 7 days, with trips to Yeovil and Swansea.

Dario Gradi is set to rest at least two of his "superstar" teenagers, namely Nicky Maynard, Luke Varney and Michael O'Connor. There were a dozen Premiership scouts at the last Crewe game and the "buzz" surrounding these players is unbelievable at the moment.

Crewe are obviously not as effective without their stars, whatever 11 Wigan put out will be stronger.I just get the feeling that, despite whatever he may say to the contrary, Gradi will be happy to just concentrate on the league.

3 points Wigan -1/2 1.98 asian line/ betfair.

Good luck.

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