Players who played for Sunderland and Wigan Athletic
9 footballers played for both Sunderland and Wigan Athletic, including James McClean, Darron Gibson, Nathan Broadhead. Updated 2026-10-11 — correct is correct, but the less obvious names score lower rarity.
| Player | Nationality | Position |
|---|---|---|
| James McClean | Ireland | MID |
| Darron Gibson | Ireland | MID |
| Nathan Broadhead | Wales | FWD |
| Joe Gelhardt | England | MID |
| Callum McManaman | England | MID |
| Guangtai Jiang | China | DEF |
| Ashley Fletcher | England | FWD |
| Will Grigg | Northern Ireland | FWD |
| Jordan Jones | Northern Ireland | MID |
Showing the 9 most recognised names of 9 total.
How to use this square
The Sunderland and Wigan Athletic square is a club-and-club clue: any player with a competitive appearance for both sides counts, current or past. If you already know two or three valid options, pick the least obvious one — rotation fullbacks, second-choice keepers and one-season stopovers score far lower than the starter everyone types.
FAQ
Who played for both Sunderland and Wigan Athletic?
9 players in our database played for both clubs, including James McClean, Darron Gibson, Nathan Broadhead. James McClean is the most recognised name on the list.
How many players played for Sunderland and Wigan Athletic?
9 players played for both Sunderland and Wigan Athletic in our database (updated 2026-10-11). 4 of them are widely recognised names.
What is a rare answer for Sunderland and Wigan Athletic?
Skip the obvious starter and pick a rotation player or short loan spell instead — rarity scoring rewards the third name on the list, not the first. Play the daily grid to test your pick.
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