Wigan vs Wycombe Prediction & Betting Tips (23 September)

Wigan Athletic welcome Wycombe Wanderers to the DW Stadium in the EFL Cup on September 23rd, with both sides eager to carve out momentum in a season that’s been anything but predictable. Wigan arrive with a recent upturn in form, having dispatched Doncaster 3–0 and drawn away to Lincoln in a spirited comeback. Their attacking rhythm has sharpened, with over 1.5 goals scored in four consecutive matches. Manager Shaun Maloney has leaned into a high-pressing style, and the midfield trio of Callum Lang, Scott Smith, and the on-loan Paul Mullin—who joined from Wrexham—has begun to click at just the right time.

Wycombe, meanwhile, are navigating a transitional phase under newly appointed head coach Michael Duff, who took over following Mike Dodds’ dismissal. Duff inherits a side that’s struggled for consistency, with just one win in their last five outings. Their most recent defeat to Peterborough exposed defensive frailties, though a 2–0 win over Mansfield earlier in the month showed glimpses of attacking promise. Midfielder Josh Scowen remains sidelined with a lingering knee injury, leaving Luke Leahy and George Abbott to anchor the center of the park. Duff’s tactical reshuffle will be under scrutiny, especially as Wycombe have conceded early goals in three of their last four matches.



Historically, this fixture has been tightly contested, with each side claiming two wins and two draws in their last six meetings. Wigan’s home advantage could prove decisive, especially given their recent scoring surge and Wycombe’s poor away form. The Latics have netted in both halves in three of their last five home games, while Wycombe have managed just one clean sheet in their last six outings. Expect Wigan to exploit the flanks, with Thelo Aasgaard and Martial Godo likely to stretch Wycombe’s back line, creating space for Mullin to poach inside the box.

With both teams capable of finding the net but Wigan boasting the sharper edge, a 2–1 scoreline in favor of the hosts feels like a calculated prediction. Wycombe’s resilience may earn them a goal—likely from a set piece or counter—but Wigan’s cohesion and home form should see them through. The EFL Cup often throws up surprises, but this one looks set to follow the script of a narrow Wigan victory, with the Latics advancing and Duff left to recalibrate his squad for the league grind ahead.

• Summary: Wigan Athletic is going head to head with Wycombe Wanderers starting on 23 Sept 2025 at 18:45 UTC at The Brick Community Stadium stadium, Wigan city, England. The match is a part of the EFL Cup .
• Referee: Edward Duckworth
• Wigan Feedinco Rating: 7.6
• Wycombe Feedinco Rating: 8.4