Form
Owen Coyle was criticised in many quarters for jumping ship from fellow relegation strugglers Burnley last season, although Bolton’s subsequent survival vindicated his controversial decision. Bolton had a tough time last season, and are expected to struggle again this term, although the addition of Bulgarian winger Martin Petrov gives fans some cause for optimism.
Star Players
The evergreen Kevin Davies, with his immense work rate and strong aerial abilities, should continue to give the Premier League’s weaker defences a torrid time this season. Recent addition Martin Petrov from Manchester City will have a point to prove to his old club, and he can expect a lot more opportunities to show what he is capable of this time round. At the back, the highly regarded Gary Cahill is beginning to look like a serious contender for a starting berth in England’s back four, and the widely respected Jussi Jaaskelainen continues to be a commanding presence between the sticks.
The Gaffer
In Owen Coyle, Bolton have one of the most highly regarded young managers in the English game.
His motivational skills were key to Burnley’s ascent into the Premier League, and their subsequent collapse after his departure only goes to show the difference that he can make to a team. The affable, tee-total Coyle will be looking to work some of the same magic at Bolton, and if he can keep them clear of relegation this term, a bigger job surely awaits.
The Outlook
Bolton have one of the weakest squads in the Premiership, and only narrowly avoided relegation last time round. Although they have made some improvements to the team, the Premier League looks a lot stronger this term, and they may struggle to steer clear of the bottom three. However, they seem to have plenty of team spirit, and with a bit of luck they could end up challenging for a mid table position come the end of the season.
FIXTURES
Saturday, August 14 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Fulham (15.00)
Saturday, August 21 2010
West Ham United - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Sunday, August 29 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Birmingham City (13.30)
Saturday, September 11 2010
Arsenal - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, September 18 2010
Aston Villa - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Sunday, September 26 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Manchester United (12.00)
Saturday, October 2 2010
West Bromwich Albion - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, October 16 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Stoke City (15.00)
Saturday, October 23 2010
Wigan Athletic - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Sunday, October 31 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Liverpool (13.30)
Saturday, November 6 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Tottenham Hotspur (12.45)
Wednesday, November 10 2010
Everton - Bolton Wanderers (19.45)
Saturday, November 13 2010
Wolverhampton Wanderers - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, November 20 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Newcastle United (15.00)
Saturday, November 27 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Blackpool (15.00)
Saturday, December 4 2010
Manchester City - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, December 11 2010
Bolton Wanderers - Blackburn Rovers (15.00)
Saturday, December 18 2010
Sunderland - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Sunday, December 26 2010
Bolton Wanderers - West Bromwich Albion (15.00)
Tuesday, December 28 2010
Chelsea - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, January 1 2011
Liverpool - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Tuesday, January 4 2011
Bolton Wanderers - Wigan Athletic (19.45)
Saturday, January 15 2011
Stoke City - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, January 22 2011
Bolton Wanderers - Chelsea (15.00)
Tuesday, February 1 2011
Bolton Wanderers - Wolverhampton Wanderers (19.45)
Saturday, February 5 2011
Tottenham Hotspur - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, February 12 2011
Bolton Wanderers - Everton (15.00)
Saturday, February 26 2011
Newcastle United - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, March 5 2011
Bolton Wanderers - Aston Villa (15.00)
Saturday, March 19 2011
Manchester United - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, April 2 2011
Birmingham City - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, April 9 2011
Bolton Wanderers - West Ham United (15.00)
Saturday, April 16 2011
Fulham - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, April 23 2011
Bolton Wanderers - Arsenal (15.00)
Saturday, April 30 2011
Blackburn Rovers - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Saturday, May 7 2011
Bolton Wanderers - Sunderland (15.00)
Saturday, May 14 2011
Blackpool - Bolton Wanderers (15.00)
Sunday, May 22 2011
Bolton Wanderers - Manchester City (15.00)
