Wigan Athletic vs Leyton Orient predictions, Aug 22, 2026

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Leyton Orient

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Wigan Athletic host Leyton Orient in what promises to be an intriguing League One clash on August 22, 2026. The home side has struggled recently, claiming victory in only 1 of their last 5 matches. Their inconsistency will be a concern as they look to regain momentum on home turf.

Conversely, Leyton Orient arrives in better form, having won 3 of their last 5 outings. Their tactical approach has demonstrated resilience and effectiveness in attack, which could put pressure on Wigan’s backline. The away team’s recent performances suggest they are capable of exploiting any defensive lapses from Wigan, especially in transition.

Bookmaker odds reflect a competitive matchup, with Wigan listed at 2.31 for a home win, while Leyton Orient is seen at 3.12 for an away victory. According to model predictions, Wigan has a 41.4% chance of winning, while Leyton’s chances stand at 29.2%, with a draw at 30.3%. As both teams vie for crucial points, this match could tip in favor of either side, underscoring the unpredictability typical of League One encounters.

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Wigan
40.9%
Draw
29.5%
Leyton Orient
29.6%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.34 3.17 3.19
betsson 2.32 3.10 3.05
MarathonBet 2.32 3.14 3.15
Pinnacle 2.31 3.15 3.12
Best for US Customers 2.30 3.20 3.20

Latest Results

15.08.26 Cambridge United – Wigan Athletic – 3:2
08.08.26 Barnsley FC – Wigan Athletic – 2:1 penalties
01.08.26 Grimsby Town – Wigan Athletic – 2:0
31.07.26 Southport – Wigan Athletic – 0:0
25.07.26 AFC Fylde – Wigan Athletic – 0:3
15.08.26 Leyton Orient – Sheffield Wednesday – 1:2
08.08.26 Leyton Orient – Oxford United – 2:0
04.08.26 Waltham Abbey – Leyton Orient – 1:7
02.08.26 Leyton Orient – Royal Antwerp FC – 2:1
28.07.26 Swindon Town – Leyton Orient – 2:1

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Wigan won 1.
  • Wigan has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Leyton Orient‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Recently, Wigan has had a series of away games.
  • Wigan might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Wigan won 1 match, drew 3 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 2:5. (average 0.3:0.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Wigan won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 1:2. (average 0.3:0.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.04.26 Wigan Athletic – Leyton Orient – 0:0
    09.08.25 Leyton Orient – Wigan Athletic – 2:0
    05.04.25 Leyton Orient – Wigan Athletic – 0:0
    07.12.24 Wigan Athletic – Leyton Orient – 0:2
    09.03.24 Wigan Athletic – Leyton Orient – 1:0

    Standings

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Huddersfield 1 1 0 0 3:0 3 3
    2 Stockport County 1 1 0 0 3:1 2 3
    3 Bradford City 1 1 0 0 2:0 2 3
    4 Luton 1 1 0 0 4:3 1 3
    5 Cambridge Utd 1 1 0 0 3:2 1 3
    6 Sheffield Wed 1 1 0 0 2:1 1 3
    7 Mansfield 1 1 0 0 2:1 1 3
    8 Bromley 1 1 0 0 1:0 1 3
    9 MK Dons 1 0 1 0 2:2 0 1
    10 Oxford Utd 1 0 1 0 2:2 0 1
    11 Blackpool 1 0 1 0 1:1 0 1
    12 Leicester 1 0 1 0 1:1 0 1
    13 Wycombe 1 0 1 0 1:1 0 1
    14 Notts County 1 0 1 0 1:1 0 1
    15 Burton 1 0 1 0 1:1 0 1
    16 Stevenage 1 0 1 0 1:1 0 1
    17 Reading 1 0 0 1 3:4 -1 0
    18 Wigan 1 0 0 1 2:3 -1 0
    19 Doncaster 1 0 0 1 1:2 -1 0
    20 Leyton Orient 1 0 0 1 1:2 -1 0
    21 Barnsley 1 0 0 1 0:1 -1 0
    22 Plymouth 1 0 0 1 1:3 -2 0
    23 Peterborough 1 0 0 1 0:2 -2 0
    24 AFC Wimbledon 1 0 0 1 0:3 -3 0

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