Wigan Athletic vs Leyton Orient Predictions, Picks & Odds

Wigan Athletic vs Leyton Orient Game Details

Competition: League One
Date: Thursday, 02 April 2026
Kick-off Time: 7:45 PM (UK time)
Venue: DW Stadium
Live Stream (UK): Sky Sports+

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Wigan Athletic and Leyton Orient meet on Tuesday night in a big League One clash, with both sides still looking over their shoulders at the relegation battle. Orient sit 17th in the table, four points above their hosts, while Wigan are down in 19th and only two points clear of the drop zone. With the season entering the business end, this is the kind of game that could carry major weight.

Gary Caldwell has made a decent start since returning to Wigan, collecting 14 points from nine matches and giving the Latics a better chance of staying up. Even so, there have still been setbacks along the way. Their home form, though, offers some encouragement. Since a 3-0 defeat to Plymouth Argyle, Wigan have responded well at the Brick Community Stadium, beating both Bradford City and Exeter City 2-0.

Meanwhile, Leyton Orient come into this game after a goalless draw away to Exeter City, a result that ended a four-match winning run. That streak had brought 10 goals and helped Richie Wellens’ side create some breathing space in the table. Orient are now six points clear of Exeter with a game in hand, and they know a couple more positive results should be enough to secure their League One status.

Both Teams to Score looks a strong angle here given Leyton Orient’s recent trend. BTTS and Over 2.5 goals has landed in seven of their last nine matches. Their attacking output has improved recently and and they also have a tendency to leave openings at the back. Wigan are usually more competitive on home soil and should feel they can contribute in a game of this importance. Wigan have also shown vulnerability defensively, particularly when they lose, and that creates the possibility of another open contest. If either side scores early, the game could stretch quickly.

Draw or Leyton Orient looks the safest result play based on current form. Richie Wellens’ side are unbeaten in their last five matches and have built momentum at just the right stage of the season. Their recent scoring levels have been especially encouraging. Even if this turns into a scrappy relegation battle, they look the more likely side to avoid defeat. Wigan may approach the match with caution given their position, which could allow Orient to take control for long spells and come away with at least a point.