Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic Live Score, Lineups, Match Preview & Prediction (FA Cup 2026)

Arsenal host Wigan Athletic at the Emirates Stadium in the 2025–26 FA Cup clash.

Get match preview, confirmed lineups, team news, head-to-head stats, and expert prediction.

Match Details

NAME: Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic
COMPETITION: FA Cup 4th Round 2025–26
DATE: Sunday, Feb 15, 2026
TIME: 4:30 PM GMT (United Kingdom) | 10:00 PM IST (India) | 11:30 AM ET (USA) | 8:30 AM PT (USA) | 5:30 PM WAT (Nigeria) | 7:30 PM EAT (Kenya) | 6:30 PM SAST (South Africa)
VENUE: Emirates Stadium, London

How to Watch

Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic (kick-off 4:30 PM GMT) will be broadcast live in the United Kingdom on BBC Sport, with streaming available via BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website. In the United States, the FA Cup is streamed live on ESPN+. In India, fans can watch the match on Sony Sports Network with live streaming available on Sony LIV. In Canada, coverage is available on Sportsnet and Sportsnet Now, while Australian viewers can stream via Paramount+.

Match Preview

Arsenal are playing against Wigan Athletic at the Emirates Stadium in the FA Cup's fourth round. Mikel Arteta's team continue their pursuit of domestic silverware.

Arsenal are doing well right now and should be the stronger team at home. This season, they've been good at both creating chances and keeping clean sheets. Winning the FA Cup would be a big addition to their trophy collection.

Arteta might change some players in the squad but will keep the main squad members like Declan Rice, Gabriel Martinelli, and Leandro Trossard in the game.

Wigan Athletic are the underdogs in this match, but they want to cause a surprise. As a League One team, they'll try to be strong defensively, and look for quick attacks or chances from set pieces.

In the past, FA Cup games between top Premier League teams and lower league sides often have exciting and dramatic moments. But with Arsenal's talent, depth in the squad, and playing at home, they are still the most likely to win.

Arsenal are expected to control the game with lots of possession and space, while Wigan will focus on being well-organized, disciplined, and tough to beat.

With a spot in the next round on the line, the Emirates Stadium should offer a great and thrilling FA Cup atmosphere.

Match Atmosphere at Emirates Stadium – Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic FA Cup

Arsenal 2025–26 Premier League Fixtures

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Head to Head

Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic Head-to-Head Record (All Competitions)

Arsenal and Wigan Athletic have faced each other multiple times across English league and cup competitions, with the Gunners historically holding a strong advantage.

Most meetings have come in domestic competitions, including memorable FA Cup encounters that have added extra intrigue to this fixture.

Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic – Overall Head-to-Head Stats

Arsenal have dominated the historical head-to-head record against Wigan Athletic across all competitions, winning the vast majority of meetings between the two sides.

Figures include league and domestic cup competitions.

⚽ Recent Form Comparison

Arsenal

Arsenal have been in strong form during the 2025–26 season, combining attacking quality with defensive stability under Mikel Arteta.

Playing at the Emirates Stadium gives the Gunners a major advantage in cup competitions.

Wigan Athletic

Wigan Athletic have been competitive in the lower leagues and will view this FA Cup tie as a major opportunity to test themselves against top-level opposition.

The Latics will rely on organisation, discipline, and counter-attacking opportunities.

Key Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic Match Facts

• Arsenal have a strong historical record in this fixture.
• The match is part of the FA Cup 4th Round 2025–26.
• Emirates Stadium provides a major home advantage for Arsenal.
• Wigan will look to cause a classic FA Cup upset.
• The FA Cup often produces surprises in ties like this.

Why Arsenal vs Wigan Is an Interesting FA Cup Tie

This fixture stands out because:

• It features Premier League quality vs lower-league resilience.
• FA Cup history between the clubs adds context.
• Knockout stakes increase unpredictability.
• It attracts strong interest from global Arsenal fans.

Prediction

Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic Prediction (Feb 15, 2026)

Arsenal enter this FA Cup clash as clear favourites thanks to their superior squad depth, technical quality, and home advantage.

Wigan Athletic are expected to adopt a compact defensive approach while trying to exploit rare counter-attacking opportunities.

However, Arsenal’s control in midfield and attacking firepower should prove decisive over 90 minutes.

✅ Match Prediction

Predicted Score: Arsenal 3–0 Wigan Athletic

Likely Scorers:

• Gabriel Jesus (Arsenal)
• Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)
• Eberechi Eze (Arsenal)

Key Factors:

• Arsenal’s home advantage
• Squad depth and rotation quality
• Midfield control from Rice and Zubimendi
• FA Cup experience under Arteta
• Wigan’s step up in opposition level