Ian Evatt explains why Bolton Wanderers defensive duo have headed out on loan

Bolton Wanderers have taken a step closer to Wembley as they advanced past Fleetwood Town in the Papa John's Trophy, but there wasn't much to shout about as the rain-sodden Tuesday night reflected the weariness within the squad.

Both Bolton Wanderers and Doncaster Rovers have been charged by the FA after failing to control their players during the League One fixture on November 23rd.

Bolton Wanderers boss Ian Evatt felt his side could have had a penalty late on against Cheltenham Town and believes a goal chalked off ought to have stood.

Bolton Wanderers came from behind twice against Cheltenham Town to claim a point.

Ian Evatt believes Bolton Wanderers have experienced some 'rotten luck' in League One this season and feels his side could be as high as in the top six had they had a fully fit squad this season.

Bolton Wanderers have turned down the chance to bring back Viv Solomon-Otabor to the club amid the club's current injury crisis and Ian Evatt has explained why.

Bolton Wanderers are aiming for three wins on the spin at home in League One when they take on Cheltenham Town this weekend.

Bolton boss Ian Evatt has hailed the job that opposite number Gareth Ainsworth has done at Wycombe Wanderers and feels the Chairboys keeping faith with him is an example to every club in the EFL.

Ian Evatt has a firm message for anyone who is thinking of writing him off at Bolton Wanderers - to do so at their peril - as he aims for a resurgence from his players in the coming weeks.

Bolton Wanderers were dumped out of the FA Cup this evening after a first round replay 5-3 loss at the hands of National League side Stockport County.

Bolton Wanderers are yet to make a decision on Ronan Darcy's future when he returns from his loan spell at Sogndal while there has been no further discussions on Dennis Politic's contract after a new deal was turned down.

Ian Evatt believes Antoni Sarcevic deserves respect for what he achieved during his time at Bolton Wanderers and the success he contributed to ahead of coming up against his old team with Stockport County.

Bolton Wanderers are in midweek FA Cup action and have a short journey to Edgeley Park to take on Greater Manchester neighbours Stockport County.

Lloyd Isgrove is doing a sterling job as cover at right-back for Bolton Wanderers even though the winger may not neccesarily be enjoying playing there, according to his boss Ian Evatt.

Ian Evatt is posied to dust off his boots tomorrow for Bolton Wanderers against a team of the club's legends in a charity fundraising match - but he won't be lining up in defence!

Bolton Wanderers returned to winning ways in League One with a much needed victory over the division's bottom club Crewe Alex.

Ian Evatt has a lot of respect for David Artell and the way Crewe Alex go about playing football ahead of their clash against his Bolton Wanderers side.

Bolton Wanderers were held to a draw by National League side Stockport County in the first round of the FA Cup.

Ian Evatt believes the National League is a 'crazy' division with the stature of clubs which currently ply their trade there and believes there needs to be more promtion places out of it into the EFL.

Bolton Wanderers are in FA Cup first round action this weekend when they host National League side Stockport County.