Wigan Athletic have been drawn against Barnsley in the Carabao Cup Round One, with the match scheduled for Saturday 8th August 2026. The Latics are currently 14th in League One, with 56 points from 44 games, and have scored 49 goals this season, conceding 56. The match will be played at Oakwell Stadium, the home of Barnsley FC.
What happened?
The Carabao Cup Round One draw has been made, and Wigan Athletic have been drawn against Barnsley. The match will be played on Saturday 8th August 2026 at Oakwell Stadium.
Why it matters for Wigan Athletic
The Carabao Cup is an important competition for Wigan Athletic, and a win against Barnsley would be a great start to the season. The Latics have been working hard in pre-season to improve their squad and are looking to make a push for promotion.
What comes next?
Wigan Athletic will now prepare for the match against Barnsley, with a focus on getting the right result. The team will be looking to build on their pre-season form and make a statement in the Carabao Cup.
Wigan Athletic's Carabao Cup history
Wigan Athletic have a good record in the Carabao Cup, having reached the quarter-finals in the past. The team will be looking to build on this history and make a deep run in the competition.
Wigan Athletic's squad
Wigan Athletic have a strong squad, with a mix of experienced players and young talent. The team will be looking to get the best out of their players and make a push for promotion.
Wigan Athletic's manager
Wigan Athletic's manager, Paul Cook, will be looking to get the best out of his team and make a statement in the Carabao Cup. Cook has a good record in the competition and will be looking to build on this history.
Wigan Athletic's players
Wigan Athletic have a number of talented players, including Callum Lang, Joe Gelhardt, and Antonee Robinson. The team will be looking to get the best out of these players and make a push for promotion.
