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Chief football writer of The Bolton News, host of The Buff and The Last Word Podcasts. Watcher of Bolton Wanderers, enjoyer of biscuits.

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Math reaction: Steven Schumacher on Bolton Wanderers' 1-1 draw at Reading Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher is refusing to give up the chase for an automatic promotion spot after a 1-1 draw at Reading.

Match reaction: And Steven Schumacher says it's "too early" to give up on the autos.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258640... #bwfc

17.02.2026 23:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Matchday Live: Reading material.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/wander... #bwfc

17.02.2026 17:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Amario 'on track' to play again for Wanderers this season, Schumacher reveals Bolton Wanderers are hopeful that Brighton loanee Amario Cozier-Duberry will play again as his rehab from a knee injury continues.

A lovely bit of news. Amario Cozier-Duberry on track to return by the end of the season.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258606... #bwfc

17.02.2026 12:08 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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'I think he could play for Celtic regularly because he's that good' - Schumacher Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher reckons Johnny Kenny can improve as a striker with a successful spell on loan in League One.

Could Johnny Kenny be more involved at Reading tonight? Here's Steven Schumacher on what he expects from the Celtic loanee in the promotion chase.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258582... #bwfc

17.02.2026 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wanderers working on a cure for travel sickness, says Steven Schumacher Bolton Wanderers are undefeated in four games on the road, with just one goal conceded, and Steven Schumacher hopes the run can continue at Reading.

Results improving away from home at Wanderers - Schumacher discusses the reason why.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258587... #bwfc

17.02.2026 08:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Team news: Schumacher issues encouraging update and backs Dalby for more goals Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher has issued an update on his squad's fitness and talked about Sam Dalby's scoring form.

Team news: Steven Schumacher has (nearly) a whole squad to pick from for the game at Reading.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258584... #bwfc

16.02.2026 13:02 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wanderers keeper Bonham finds his rhythm in front of the 'best' fanbase Bolton Wanderers keeper Jack Bonham admits playing in front of the Bolton Wanderers fans has taken some getting used to!

A chat with Jack Bonham on...

πŸ”Š The loudest fanbase he's heard.
πŸ•ΊπŸΌ Getting his rhythm back after Stoke.
πŸ€ Not tempting fate.
πŸͺ– The Lincoln experience.

www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258575... #bwfc

16.02.2026 10:38 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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'There's a long way to go!' - Promotion chase still on, insists Schumacher Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher believes there is still plenty of mileage left in the automatic promotion race in League One.

Steven Schumacher calls on Wanderers to be ready if Lincoln OR Cardiff slip up in the League One automatic promotion race.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258560... #bwfc

16.02.2026 08:07 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Big Match Verdict: Wanderers show they have the scrap to go the distance The bell has gone on the last lap of the League One promotion race - can Bolton Wanderers track down the leaders and kick for home?

The Big Match Verdict: And why Wanderers are not giving up on automatic promotion without a fight.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258561... #bwfc (Β£)

15.02.2026 11:20 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Last Word - All the interviews and reaction from Wanderers' draw at Lincoln Join Marc Iles for a round-up of all the post-match interviews and some fan-led analysis of Bolton Wanderers' 1-1 draw at Lincoln City.

The Last Word podcast - Catch up on all the interviews, all the reaction, and maybe a little bit of analysis from Wanderers' 1-1 draw with Lincoln City.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258560... #bwfc

15.02.2026 08:48 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

GGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DDDDDDDDDAAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLBBBBBBBBBBYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!! #BWFC 1-1

14.02.2026 16:44 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

It's 1-0 to Lincoln. Moylan with a neat finish after Wanderers didn't deal with a cross from Reach. Lovely exchange between Hackett and the goalscorer. #bwfc 0-1

14.02.2026 15:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Matchday Live: Lincoln City v Bolton Wanderers It's second versus third in League One, Lincoln City v Bolton Wanderers. Join Marc Iles for all the action from the LNER Stadium.

Matchday Live: Imp-ortant.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/wander... #bwfc

14.02.2026 13:33 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Straight From the Stands: Can Wanderers take another positive step at Lincoln? This week, the Wanderers panel discuss a tale of two halves against Barnsley and this afternoon's showdown at Lincoln City

Straight from the Stands - Our panel of Wanderers fans weigh in on today's trip to Lincoln. Is it a must-win? Read on and find out...
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258513... #bwfc

14.02.2026 09:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Schumacher's message to Erhahon as midfielder returns to old stomping ground Steven Schumacher's advice for Ethan Erhahon as the midfielder returns to his old stomping ground against Lincoln

β€œIf he starts, then I don't think he'll be overawed by the reception he gets or whatever sort of reaction he gets from their fans or their players. Maybe he’ll enjoy it?" - SS on Ethan Erhahon's return to Lincoln this afternoon.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258520... #bwfc

14.02.2026 09:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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'Gives it his all' - How Bolton helped John McAtee get back on top form Steven Schumacher on John McAtee's resurgence at Wanderers and why the attacker can kick on from his goal against Barnsley

How Steven Schumacher helped John McAtee get back to form - and why he wouldn't want to see him become "a robot".
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258514... #bwfc

14.02.2026 09:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The First Word: Interviews and analysis on Wanderers' trip to Lincoln City Marc Iles presents a bumper episode of interviews and analysis ahead of Bolton Wanderers' big game against Lincoln City in League One.

The First Word podcast - a stacked show with interviews from Steven Schumacher, John McAtee, Gary Hutchinson from the Stacey West Pod and Russ Pollitt drops by with his take on this weekend's big game. πŸŽ™οΈ
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258510... #bwfc

13.02.2026 08:03 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why John McAtee believes Wanderers can show 'real character' in Lincoln clash John McAtee rallied the troops ahead of Saturday's game at Lincoln City in a revealing interview on his season with the Whites.

John McAtee on...

πŸ‘Š Why Wanderers are about to show their character.
↕️ The ups and down of being a 'local lad'
πŸ—£οΈ Understanding fan frustration.
πŸ‘‹ Why he never asked to leave BWFC.

www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258506... #bwfc

13.02.2026 08:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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One of my favourite interviews of the season so far came from John McAtee this afternoon. Very honest, very upfront about his highs and lows at Wanderers this season, the potential to leave, and why he thinks this is his time to shine. Bravo that man. πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌ #bwfc

12.02.2026 17:29 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Schumacher's call for players to thrive on 'pressure game' at Lincoln City Bolton Wanderers boss says his players need no extra motivation to come out of Saturday's promotion showdown at Lincoln with the right result.

β€œIf you are a player then you should be looking forward to it because these are the games that you live for" - Steven Schumacher on why he doesn't need to motivate himself, his players or the away end for Saturday's game at Lincoln City.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258503... #bwfc

12.02.2026 17:06 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why in-form Ethan Erhahon is guaranteed hot reception on his Lincoln City return Bolton Wanderers midfielder Ethan Erhahon might have to laugh off the 'pantomime' jeers when he heads back to former club Lincoln this weekend.

Why in-form Wanderers midfielder Ethan Erhahon can guarantee he'll get a hot reception at Sincil Bank this weekend.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258490... #bwfc (Β£)

12.02.2026 12:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Not sure fate can logically come into it, BTW.

12.02.2026 11:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I think you need to read the article again.
I'm not 'bigging them up' - indeed, the phrase "swagger" came from a manager who rarely allows himself to lurch into hyperbole. I can comment, accurately, that form has improved dramatically and that this team is winning without playing at its best.

12.02.2026 11:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Wanderers' squad list has been handed in to the EFL with 21 'overage' outfield players. Pleasingly, the first team includes the names of all the Beatles (if you use Richard Starkey and not Ringo). Fab. #bwfc

11.02.2026 17:43 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Bolton Wanderers to have say on expanded Championship play-offs next season The Championship could offer SIX clubs a route to the Premier League via the play-offs, and Bolton Wanderers are set to have their say.

Wanderers will have their say on an expanded play-off system in the Championship. I dare say they will support it. Your thoughts, ladies and gents?
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258469... #bwfc

11.02.2026 16:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why Steven Schumacher reckons Macca is making the right calls at Wanderers JOHN McAtee is making the β€œright choices” in what is his longest first-team run at Wanderers in nearly a year.

Why Macca is making the right calls at Wanderers.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258461... #bwfc

11.02.2026 16:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Come again?

11.02.2026 13:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Have Bolton Wanderers really got their 'swagger' back in League One? An automatic promotion place is still out of reach for Bolton Wanderers at Lincoln City this weekend but are we seeing positive signs for the future?

Have Wanderers got their swagger back in League One, and will they need more than that to get promotion?
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258456... #bwfc

11.02.2026 12:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Rodrigues plays first minutes for Wanderers in B Team draw against Stoke City Ruben Rodrigues made his first appearance in a Bolton Wanderers shirt as the B Team drew 0-0 against Stoke City at Lostock.

Always planned to play Rodrigues for 45 minutes in this game. But he's off and running now. Looking forward to seeing him in the first team.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258434... #bwfc

10.02.2026 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lincoln City v Bolton Wanderers clash is the hottest ticket in town Saturday's game between Lincoln City and Bolton Wanderers will be a complete sell-out, the League One club has confirmed.

Lincoln game is a complete sell-out. Going to be some afternoon...
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/258418... #bwfc

10.02.2026 12:30 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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