Getting to know Bolton Wanderers...
With the countdown to fixture release day (Wednesday 22nd June) well underway, we’re bringing you the lowdown on each of our new opponents in the build-up to fixture release day. Next up is Bolton Wanderers, who were relegated from the Championship.
Name: Bolton Wanderers
Nickname: The Trotters
Founded: 1874
Stadium: The Macron Stadium
Distance from Spotland (round trip): 44.6 miles
Manager: Phil Parkinson (Appointed in June 2016)
2015-16 League finish: 24th in the Championship. They were relegated to League One after being relegated from the Championship
2015-16 top scorer: Zach Clough, seven goals
Last league meeting: March 26th 1988 (Division 4) – Bolton Wanderers 0-0 Rochdale