As the souped-up hype machine that is the January transfer window creaks open once more, we look back to some moments of inspiration that helped turn the season around for various Bolton Wanderers managers.

Dougie Freedman’s position had been under increasing pressure after just one win from their opening ten league games.

Wigan ensured their dream of an instant return to the top flight remained alive last night after securing their place in the playoffs with a 1-0 away win at relegation-threatened Birmingham

Former boss Owen Coyle’s tenure ended on Monday

Wigan in 11th, host 10th-placed Brighton on Saturday

Wigan host Huddersfield on Saturday

FA Cup holders take on QPR in Championship tonight

Wigan drew 1-1 against Rubin Kazan, undefeated in three European League games

Russian side Rubin Kazan face Wigan at the DW Stadium tonight

Mid-table Wigan make short trip to face sixth-placed Blackpool on Saturday

Wigan Athletic beat Blackburn 2-1 at the DW Stadium