John Benson left after the end of the previous season, and former Arsenal manager Bruce Rioch was appointed in his place.
Former Manchester United player Steve Bruce took over and cemented Wigan's place in the top six, but they were knocked out of the play-offs by Reading in the semi-finals.
Former Wigan striker Paul Jewell, who had previously led Bradford City to promotion to the Premier League but had failed to replicate the feat with Sheffield Wednesday, was appointed as his replacement.
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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.