"Mario Melchiot and Daniel De Ridder - I know Daniel from the Under-21's and Melchiot I've met a few times, " he said.

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De Ridder, who had earlier hit the post, then saw an effort tipped over the bar as Wigan looked set to secure a safe passage into round four.

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De Ridder then played a part in Wigan's first goal, reacting quickest to stab McManaman's right-wing cross goalwards where Diame was on hand to provide the finishing touch.

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And it was one of those who came in, midfielder Daniel de Ridder, who was making his first appearance since May 2009, who staked his claim to a more regular place in the side.

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