Marc Iles
@marciles.bsky.social
Chief football writer of The Bolton News, host of The Buff and The Last Word Podcasts. Watcher of Bolton Wanderers, enjoyer of biscuits.
The Big Match Verdict: As the supercomputer tells us Bolton are top two material, those meagre humans who travel away from the Toughsheet see a different story.
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Big Match Verdict: Bolton pass up another chance to prove promotion credentials
After Bolton Wanderers gave up a lead at Wycombe and their promotion rivals dropped points, we examine what went wrong at Adams Park.
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December 21, 2025 at 11:07 AM
The Big Match Verdict: As the supercomputer tells us Bolton are top two material, those meagre humans who travel away from the Toughsheet see a different story.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257148... #bwfc (£)
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257148... #bwfc (£)
Buff-Mas Part four: And if you need to cheer yourself up this morning, hop into the way back machine and remember a time when Bolton bashed another Wanderers.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257001... #bwfc
The 12 days of Buff-Mas 2025, Episode 4: Bolton Wanderers v Wolves (1997)
Join Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt for our annual festive podcast specials, looking back at some of Bolton Wanderers' best matches of the last 30 years.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk
December 21, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Buff-Mas Part four: And if you need to cheer yourself up this morning, hop into the way back machine and remember a time when Bolton bashed another Wanderers.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257001... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257001... #bwfc
Player ratings: One seven, some sixes, some fives.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257146... #bwfc (£)
Player ratings: How we marked Wanderers after the 2-1 defeat against Wycombe
Bolton Wanderers let a goal lead slip at Wycombe Wanderers to lose the game 2-1 but how did we mark the players on the day?
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December 21, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Player ratings: One seven, some sixes, some fives.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257146... #bwfc (£)
The Last Word: Hear from Steven Schumacher, Xavier Simons and Michael Duff, plus some match-related waffle from me and Henry Hewitt in podcast form.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257146... #bwfc
The Last Word: Interviews and analysis from Wanderers' defeat at Wycombe
Catch up with all the post-match interviews from Bolton Wanderers' 2-1 defeat at Wycombe, plus some analysis from Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk
December 20, 2025 at 8:22 PM
The Last Word: Hear from Steven Schumacher, Xavier Simons and Michael Duff, plus some match-related waffle from me and Henry Hewitt in podcast form.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257146... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257146... #bwfc
"Two poor goals from our point, but that was kind of all that they had" - Steven Schumacher on the 2-1 defeat at Wycombe, and why his side needed to make more of their pressure in the second half.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257145... #bwfc
Match reaction: Steven Schumacher reflects on defeat at Wycombe Wanderers
Steven Schumacher has discussed Bolton Wanderers' 2-1 defeat at Wycombe - admitting his side lacked bite in the second half.
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December 20, 2025 at 6:06 PM
"Two poor goals from our point, but that was kind of all that they had" - Steven Schumacher on the 2-1 defeat at Wycombe, and why his side needed to make more of their pressure in the second half.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257145... #bwfc
Half time and 2-1 to Wycombe. Feels a tad harsh on Bolton, who had made much of the running in the first half. Two in five mins at the end for the home side. Got to take your chances (again)... #bwfc
December 20, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Half time and 2-1 to Wycombe. Feels a tad harsh on Bolton, who had made much of the running in the first half. Two in five mins at the end for the home side. Got to take your chances (again)... #bwfc
And now it's 2-1 to Wycombe. Quitirna capitalised on a slip from Conway to bury his shot into the bottom corner. Harsh... But that's football. #bwfc
December 20, 2025 at 3:45 PM
And now it's 2-1 to Wycombe. Quitirna capitalised on a slip from Conway to bury his shot into the bottom corner. Harsh... But that's football. #bwfc
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December 20, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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If you can't be at Adams Park today, then follow the action with us!
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/wander... #bwfc
Matchday Live: Wycombe Wanderers v Bolton Wanderers
Bolton Wanderers take on Wycombe at Adams Park looking to get their Christmas schedule off to a winning start. All the action with Marc Iles.
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December 20, 2025 at 1:10 PM
If you can't be at Adams Park today, then follow the action with us!
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/wander... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/wander... #bwfc
The Buff: Later than advertised... But double the content. One part Wycombe preview, one part year in review!
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257124... #bwfc
The Buff Podcast Wrapped 2025 - Wycombe and end-of-year review Part One
Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt are back with a split podcast that's part Wycombe preview and part (one) of the 2025 Year Review at Bolton Wanderers.
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December 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
The Buff: Later than advertised... But double the content. One part Wycombe preview, one part year in review!
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257124... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257124... #bwfc
“It is so important that you get that energy from the bench" - Steven Schumacher says it will be about more than the 11 starters at Wycombe, and beyond, for Wanderers.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257098... #bwfc
Minute men: Why Steven Schumacher is looking beyond his starting line-up
Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher wants an impact from every single name on his team-sheet over the festive fixture schedule.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk
December 19, 2025 at 8:01 AM
“It is so important that you get that energy from the bench" - Steven Schumacher says it will be about more than the 11 starters at Wycombe, and beyond, for Wanderers.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257098... #bwfc
Steven Schumacher admits exits are likely at the start of the transfer window.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257096... #bwfc
Wanderers focus on 'exits' at start of transfer window, says Steven Schumacher
Steven Schumacher wants to keep his Bolton Wanderers squad together in January but accepts player departures are likely when the window opens.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk
December 19, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Steven Schumacher admits exits are likely at the start of the transfer window.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257096... #bwfc
Eoin Toal talks confidence in the Bolton camp ahead of the Christmas schedule - plus an update from ex-Wycombe man Chris Forino on a horrific injury suffered a few weeks back.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257069... #bwfc
'We're in a really good place'- Eoin Toal confident for Bolton's festive run
Bolton Wanderers start their festive fixture schedule with a trip to Wycombe on Saturday - and Eoin Toal reckons confidence is high in the camp.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Eoin Toal talks confidence in the Bolton camp ahead of the Christmas schedule - plus an update from ex-Wycombe man Chris Forino on a horrific injury suffered a few weeks back.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257069... #bwfc
Kyle Dempsey back on the agenda at Wycombe?
Aaron Morley getting a shot against his former loan club?
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Aaron Morley getting a shot against his former loan club?
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Wanderers pair seeking recall to continue impressive records against Wycombe
Bolton Wanderers face some big selection decisions at Wycombe on Saturday - with two midfield men especially keen to get into the starting XI.
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December 18, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Kyle Dempsey back on the agenda at Wycombe?
Aaron Morley getting a shot against his former loan club?
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Aaron Morley getting a shot against his former loan club?
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257042... #bwfc
The 12 Days of Buff-Mas episode one: It's spitting but this time it isn't Diouffy! It can only be Wanderers v Atletico Madrid from 2008.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256972... #bwfc
The 12 days of Buff-Mas 2025, Episode 1: Bolton Wanderers v Atletico Madrid
Join Marc Iles and Henry Hewitt for our annual festive podcast specials, looking back at some of Bolton Wanderers' best matches of the last 30 years.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk
December 18, 2025 at 8:18 AM
The 12 Days of Buff-Mas episode one: It's spitting but this time it isn't Diouffy! It can only be Wanderers v Atletico Madrid from 2008.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256972... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256972... #bwfc
Starting tomorrow AM... The 12 days of Buff-Mas!
Twelve memorable matches from the last 30yrs recalled in glorious technicolour by myself & Henry Hewitt.
The build-up, quotes, action, controversy, all starting with a blinder: Bolton Wanderers v Atletico Madrid (2008). #bwfc
Twelve memorable matches from the last 30yrs recalled in glorious technicolour by myself & Henry Hewitt.
The build-up, quotes, action, controversy, all starting with a blinder: Bolton Wanderers v Atletico Madrid (2008). #bwfc
December 17, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Starting tomorrow AM... The 12 days of Buff-Mas!
Twelve memorable matches from the last 30yrs recalled in glorious technicolour by myself & Henry Hewitt.
The build-up, quotes, action, controversy, all starting with a blinder: Bolton Wanderers v Atletico Madrid (2008). #bwfc
Twelve memorable matches from the last 30yrs recalled in glorious technicolour by myself & Henry Hewitt.
The build-up, quotes, action, controversy, all starting with a blinder: Bolton Wanderers v Atletico Madrid (2008). #bwfc
Why 'calm' guy Christie can be a key man for Bolton Wanderers.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257036... #bwfc
'Calm character' Christie can be important figure for Wanderers, says Schumacher
Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher has discussed why Cyrus Christie can be an important member of his dressing room this season.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk
December 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Why 'calm' guy Christie can be a key man for Bolton Wanderers.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257036... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257036... #bwfc
Crossing has been on the training ground agenda of late at Wanderers. Here's why...
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257002... #bwfc
Wanderers looking wide for inspiration against League One's most stubborn foes
Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher has highlighted a key area of his side's game that must improve this season.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk
December 17, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Crossing has been on the training ground agenda of late at Wanderers. Here's why...
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257002... #bwfc
A chat with Wanderers midfielder Josh Sheehan, who hopes 2026 can bring success for club and country.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257013... #bwfc (£)
How Wanderers' Josh Sheehan plans to mix success with club and country in 2026
Midfielder Josh Sheehan hopes that 2026 can be the most successful year of his footballing career with both club and country.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:58 PM
A chat with Wanderers midfielder Josh Sheehan, who hopes 2026 can bring success for club and country.
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/257013... #bwfc (£)
The festive run takes us to the halfway stage in League One. Do Wanderers have the fixtures to claim a top two spot?
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256984... #bwfc
Who can last the pace? Festive fixtures mark second half of League One season
By the turn of 2026 the second half of the League One season will be underway - but can Bolton Wanderers get themselves a top two spot?
www.theboltonnews.co.uk
December 16, 2025 at 10:32 AM
The festive run takes us to the halfway stage in League One. Do Wanderers have the fixtures to claim a top two spot?
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256984... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256984... #bwfc
Warning to League One, Thierry Gale isn't yet up to top speed... 😉
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256984... #bwfc
'Feeling sharper' - Thierry Gale is getting back up to speed in League One
Bolton Wanderers winger Thierry Gale reckons he is getting back to his best after a spell out of action with a knee injury.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Warning to League One, Thierry Gale isn't yet up to top speed... 😉
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256984... #bwfc