An early goal from Ivan Ramis at the DW Stadium has given Wigan Athletic the advantage over West Ham United at half-time.

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The Latics soaked up some early pressure but managed to make the breakthrough in the eighth minute when Ramis met Shaun Maloney's corner with a superb volley.

Jussi Jaaskelainen had to be alert to keep the score at 1-0 following a dipping long-range shot from James McCarthy.

West Ham could have headed into the break on level terms but Ali Al-Habsi was able to frustrate Matt Jarvis with a good save from the midfielder's low shot.

Al Habsi was once again alert to protect Wigan's lead at the end of the first half with a block from a weak James Collins strike.