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Arsenal defeated Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup third round on Saturday at the Emirates Stadium in London, with the Premier League side securing progression after a controlled performance. The Arsenal – Wigan fixture ended in a comfortable home win, as Mikel Arteta’s side capitalized on their quality advantage to move into the next stage of the competition.
The Arsenal – Wigan matchup marked the Gunners’ entry into this season’s FA Cup, a tournament they have won a record 14 times. Arteta rotated his squad while retaining key senior players, signaling the club’s intent to balance domestic cup commitments with league and European campaigns.
Arsenal dominated possession early in the Arsenal – Wigan contest, applying sustained pressure in the opening stages. The breakthrough came in the first half when Gabriel Jesus converted from close range following a structured attacking move.
Wigan, competing in League One, maintained defensive organization but struggled to generate clear chances against Arsenal’s back line. Manager Shaun Maloney had described the Arsenal – Wigan tie as an opportunity for his players to test themselves against top-tier opposition.
The hosts extended their advantage in the second half through Leandro Trossard, who finished a swift passage of play to effectively settle the Arsenal – Wigan encounter. The result reflected the gap in league status between the two clubs.
With the victory, Arsenal advance to the FA Cup fourth round, where their next opponent will be determined by the draw. Wigan return to domestic league action following their exit from the competition.
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