What's happening in the next seven days
It's strange how last week threw up Walsall twice visiting Oldham for first and youth-team matches.This week Latics head to Shrewsbury twice in the space of four days for reserve and youth games.
Tuesday, August 28th: Central League, West Division. Shrewsbury Town v Latics reserves, kick off 2pm.
Saturday, September 1st: Football League Youth Alliance, North West Conference. Shrewsbury Town v Latics under-18s, kick off noon.
Saturday, September 1st: npower League One. Portsmouth v Latics at Fratton Park, kick off 3pm.