Wigan Athletic were last in the Premier League in 2012/13. They finished 18th out of 20 clubs on 36 points and were relegated at the end of that season.
Their last Premier League season
The end point of Wigan Athletic's time in the competition is straightforward: their most recent season was 2012/13.
| Spell | Seasons | How it ended |
|---|---|---|
| 2005/06–2012/13 | 8 | Relegated (18th, 36 points) |
That was Wigan Athletic's only Premier League spell. It began with promotion for 2005/06 and ended with relegation after 2012/13. They are also not one of the 20 clubs in the 2026/27 Premier League.
How long Wigan stayed in the Premier League
Wigan Athletic's first Premier League season was 2005/06, and their last was 2012/13. Put together, that means a continuous stay of 8 seasons rather than separate visits.
From 2013/14 to 2025/26, the club spent 13 straight seasons outside the Premier League. With no place in the 2026/27 line-up either, their absence from the division has lasted ever since relegation at the end of 2012/13.
What their overall Premier League record looks like
The full record gives a clear picture of where Wigan Athletic sit in Premier League history.
| Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals for | Goals against | Points | All-time rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 | 85 | 76 | 143 | 316 | 482 | 331 | 32nd |
Those totals cover every Premier League campaign from 2005/06 through 2012/13. Their goal difference across that period was -166, which fits the picture of a club that spent much of its top-flight run fighting to stay up while still building a substantial Premier League record.
Best and worst finishes
Wigan Athletic never won the Premier League. Their best finish was 10th in 2005/06, while their lowest finish was 18th in 2012/13.
That contrast frames the whole spell neatly: the highest placing came in the first Premier League season, and the lowest came in the last. In the all-time Premier League table, Wigan Athletic stand 32nd.
FAQ
Have Wigan Athletic ever been in the Premier League?
Yes. They were promoted for 2005/06 and then spent a continuous run in the competition.
How many seasons did Wigan Athletic play in the Premier League?
They played 8 seasons in total. Across those campaigns, they completed 304 Premier League matches.
When were Wigan Athletic relegated from the Premier League?
They went down at the end of the 2012/13 season. That was also their most recent Premier League campaign.
Were Wigan in the Premier League after 2012/13?
No. They spent the 13 seasons from 2013/14 to 2025/26 outside the Premier League, and they are not part of the 2026/27 Premier League either.