Wigan - Leyton Orient

Wigan Athletic look to bounce back from their opening weekend disappointment when they host Leyton Orient at The Brick Community Stadium on 22 August 2026. Following a narrow 3-2 defeat against Cambridge United in their League One opener, the hosts will be eager to secure their first league points of the campaign in this matchday 2 encounter. While they recently found their attacking rhythm in a 3-2 EFL Trophy victory over Aston Villa Academy, the side must now tighten their defensive structure to overcome a resilient visiting outfit.

Leyton Orient arrive looking to recover from a 1-2 loss against Sheffield Wednesday in their last league outing. The visitors have struggled to break down this opponent in recent meetings, failing to score in three of their last five encounters, including a goalless draw in April 2026. With both teams aiming to establish early momentum, this fixture offers a vital opportunity to find consistency in a competitive division.