Arsenal Cruise Past Wigan Athletic to Reach FA Cup Fifth Round
Sports Updated: 15 February 2026 23:19 EAT
Arsenal delivered a commanding performance to defeat Wigan Athletic 4–0 in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Sunday afternoon. The emphatic victory at the Emirates Stadium secured the Gunners’ place in the fifth round with minimal resistance from the League One visitors.
The North London side wasted no time asserting dominance, racing into an early lead and maintaining relentless attacking pressure throughout the opening exchanges. Their intensity overwhelmed Wigan’s defensive setup, effectively deciding the contest before the half-hour mark.
The breakthrough arrived inside the first quarter-hour, setting the tone for a one-sided encounter. Arsenal’s fluid forward play and sharp movement in the final third repeatedly exposed gaps in Wigan’s backline, forcing the visitors onto the defensive for much of the half.
A second goal quickly followed as Arsenal capitalised on sustained possession and territorial advantage. The hosts continued to stretch the pitch, switching play efficiently and creating overloads that Wigan struggled to contain.
The third goal came via an own goal, compounding Wigan’s difficulties and reflecting the sustained pressure applied by the Premier League side. Moments later, Arsenal added a fourth to complete a devastating first-half display that effectively ended the tie as a contest.
With a comfortable cushion, Arsenal managed the second half professionally, rotating possession and limiting risks while maintaining control. Wigan showed brief spells of resilience after the break but were unable to threaten a comeback against the superior quality of their opponents.
The result reinforces Arsenal’s ambitions in domestic cup competition as manager Mikel Arteta continues to balance squad rotation with competitive consistency. Progression to the fifth round keeps their silverware hopes alive as attention now turns to the next stage of the historic tournament.
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