Paul Scharner
- Date of Birth: 11 March 1980
- Birthplace: Scheibbs, Scheibbs, Austria
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Former Wigan defender Paul Scharner announces his retirement
Former Latics defender Paul Scharner has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 33.
The Austrian recently part ways with Bundesliga outfit Hamburger SV following a dispute over the terms in his contract.
Scharner gives West Brom victory
Paul Scharner scored in the second half to give West Brom a much needed win against Aston Villa. However, the match was full of controversey, with referee Phil Dowd giving away two penalties and a red card.
Newcastle chase Scharner
Newcastle United are believed to be ready to make a move for Wigan defender Paul Scharner. It is understood that Alan Shearer will pay up to £5 million to land the Austrian international.
Scharner may stay at Wigan
Wigan defender Paul Scharner has hinted that he may yet stay at the Latics despite the reported interest of Sunderland and Fulham. Scharner is valued by his club at around £3 million and Steve Bruce is desperate to keep the player at the JJB.
Preview: Wigan vs Man Utd
The crown is in Man Utd's hands as they battle to secure a second consecutive Premiership title this afternoon as they travel to the JJB Stadium to take on Wigan. Today is the first time in nine years that the title is decided on the final day, and Sir Alex knows that his experienced side must pull out all their resources to secure a victory.
Scharner: Wigan will survive
Wigan defender Paul Scharner is confident that the Latics will stay up after the weekend's 0-0 draw against Arsenal helped their Premiership survival aspirations.
Bent the hattrick man
Wigan finally got their first win in 14 games thanks to a hattrick from Marcus Bent as they crushed Blackburn 5-3. Tempers did flare however, as Brett Emerton was later sent off on the hour.
Bolton beat relegation rivals
Bolton picked up a massive 3 points as they defeated relegation rivals Wigan 4-1 at the Reebok Stadium. The defeat left Steve Bruce fuming and Gary Megson delighted as Bolton look to move further away from the relegation zone.
Arsenal leave it late to win
Arsenal left it late to win 2-0 against Wigan and to keep Arsenal's superb start to the season on track. It looked like Wigan might frustrate the Gunners and pick up a point, but William Gallas scored in the 83rd minute and Rosicky two minutes later, to keep Arsenal in control on top.
