Wigan Athletic vs Stockport County Live Stream: EFL Cup Match Preview

The EFL Cup second round presents a highly anticipated clash as Wigan Athletic hosts Stockport County at The Brick Community Stadium. Both teams will be looking to secure a victory to progress to the next round of the cup, but it is Stockport County who will enter the tie with a psychological advantage after a strong start to their League One season.

Match Details:

Competition	Date	Kick-off (ET)	Venue
EFL Cup Second Round	August 26, 2025	2:45 PM	The Brick Community Stadium, Wigan, England

Team Form and Analysis:

Wigan Athletic enters this match after a mixed start to the new League One season. The Latics have been in inconsistent form, with a number of wins and losses in their league fixtures. The home side will be looking to take advantage of their home ground and continue their cup journey.

Stockport County, meanwhile, has been in excellent form, with three wins and one draw in their last five league matches. The Hatters also secured a 2-1 victory over Burton Albion in their last league match, a result that will give them immense confidence. They will be looking to get a positive result on the road and continue their momentum.

Head-to-Head:

The two teams have a closely contested historical record. In their last three encounters, both teams have one win each and one draw. This makes for an intriguing tie.

Player to Watch:

Wigan Athletic: All eyes will be on their key players, with the team’s strong overall performance being their key strength.
Stockport County: The focus for Stockport will be on their key attackers who have been in good form in their recent matches. Their tactical discipline and effectiveness from set-pieces will be crucial if they are to get a positive result on the road.

Prediction:

Given Stockport’s superior recent form, they are the favorites to win this match. However, with Wigan having the home advantage and a determination to progress in the cup, an upset is not out of the question. A narrow victory for Stockport is the most likely outcome.

Live Stream and TV Broadcast:

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