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In Wigan the stunned fans are distraught - and it's about so much more than just football
Wigan Athletic had gone into administration broke at lunchtime today, its loyal fan base was left stunned. As those charged with helping save the club held a pitch side press conference on Wednesday afternoon, devastated supporters descended on the ground.The mood was sombre as people wearing club colours spent time reflecting; their fear for the Latics' future plain to see.Among those who made the trip was 16-year-old Kristian Lewis, who cycled to the DW Stadium from his home in Platt Bridge, wearing his blue replica shirt.The youngster was visibly distraught about the prospect of losing his club.
