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.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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I do miss the bats*** crazy transfer stories of the Premier League days. Remember when Denilson nearly signed for Wanderers? He does...
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256275... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256275... #bwfc
November 17, 2025 at 1:31 PM
I do miss the bats*** crazy transfer stories of the Premier League days. Remember when Denilson nearly signed for Wanderers? He does...
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256275... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256275... #bwfc
“We've got a young squad, so I believe that they have to look around to me and know they have to turn up" - Cyrus Christie on setting standards and making the most of every game, including tonight's dead rubber at Boundary Park.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256082... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256082... #bwfc
November 11, 2025 at 7:54 AM
“We've got a young squad, so I believe that they have to look around to me and know they have to turn up" - Cyrus Christie on setting standards and making the most of every game, including tonight's dead rubber at Boundary Park.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256082... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256082... #bwfc
Steven Schumacher on the rise of Super Amario - and why his side's recent success has been more than just a one man show.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256075... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256075... #bwfc
November 10, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Steven Schumacher on the rise of Super Amario - and why his side's recent success has been more than just a one man show.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256075... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/256075... #bwfc
"Winning breeds confidence and it keeps everybody ticking" - Steven Schumacher on selection decisions for Port Vale and why he didn't tinker with his centre-half partnership in the FA Cup.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255948... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255948... #bwfc
November 5, 2025 at 7:58 AM
"Winning breeds confidence and it keeps everybody ticking" - Steven Schumacher on selection decisions for Port Vale and why he didn't tinker with his centre-half partnership in the FA Cup.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255948... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255948... #bwfc
Getting ready to start a live Wanderers Q&A on @boltonnews.bsky.social from 11am - so if you fancy joining in, head over in a few minutes and ask away! #bwfc
November 3, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Getting ready to start a live Wanderers Q&A on @boltonnews.bsky.social from 11am - so if you fancy joining in, head over in a few minutes and ask away! #bwfc
“You get a little glimpse here and there in the few games that I play but I have got a lot more to offer, just wait" - Richard Taylor says he is only just getting going at Wanderers after his FA Cup goal helped them through to the second round.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255895... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255895... #bwfc
November 3, 2025 at 8:09 AM
“You get a little glimpse here and there in the few games that I play but I have got a lot more to offer, just wait" - Richard Taylor says he is only just getting going at Wanderers after his FA Cup goal helped them through to the second round.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255895... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255895... #bwfc
Looking back at some memorable stories from October 11 in 2005, 1980 and 1976, including new coaching staff, a transfer tribunal and a message from Megson!
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www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255322... #bwfc (£)
October 11, 2025 at 6:59 AM
Looking back at some memorable stories from October 11 in 2005, 1980 and 1976, including new coaching staff, a transfer tribunal and a message from Megson!
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255322... #bwfc (£)
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255322... #bwfc (£)
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October 9, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Just under a week to go in our autumn subscriber sale - and thanks to everyone who has signed up.
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Match reaction: Steven Schumacher insists he is "not too concerned" about defeat at Northampton Town.
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255001... #bwfc
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255001... #bwfc
September 27, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Match reaction: Steven Schumacher insists he is "not too concerned" about defeat at Northampton Town.
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255001... #bwfc
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/255001... #bwfc
Why the battle between Chris Forino and Eoin Toal for a centre-back spot has pleased Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254957... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254957... #bwfc
September 26, 2025 at 6:31 AM
Why the battle between Chris Forino and Eoin Toal for a centre-back spot has pleased Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254957... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254957... #bwfc
Schumacher searching for a first away win since Wigan - but standing in his way a Wanderers legend who has made a solid start to life in the Northampton dugout.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254916... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254916... #bwfc
September 25, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Schumacher searching for a first away win since Wigan - but standing in his way a Wanderers legend who has made a solid start to life in the Northampton dugout.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254916... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254916... #bwfc
Steven Schumacher on Cyrus Christie's push for full fitness, and when he could challenge for regular starts at Wanderers.
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254925... #bwfc
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254925... #bwfc
September 24, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Steven Schumacher on Cyrus Christie's push for full fitness, and when he could challenge for regular starts at Wanderers.
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254925... #bwfc
theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254925... #bwfc
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September 23, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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After all the excitement of the thumping win against Wigan Athletic, the next step...
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254852... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254852... #bwfc
September 22, 2025 at 3:55 PM
After all the excitement of the thumping win against Wigan Athletic, the next step...
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254852... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254852... #bwfc
A pleasure to catch up with Zach Clough, 10 (and a half) years since he burst on to the scene with a winner against Wigan Athletic. An even greater pleasure to report he is loving playing football again.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254720... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254720... #bwfc
September 17, 2025 at 6:39 AM
A pleasure to catch up with Zach Clough, 10 (and a half) years since he burst on to the scene with a winner against Wigan Athletic. An even greater pleasure to report he is loving playing football again.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254720... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254720... #bwfc
Aaron Morley says he didn't even speak with Steven Schumacher about leaving Wanderers in the window despite interest from Wycombe and Luton Town.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254602... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254602... #bwfc
September 12, 2025 at 6:14 AM
Aaron Morley says he didn't even speak with Steven Schumacher about leaving Wanderers in the window despite interest from Wycombe and Luton Town.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254602... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254602... #bwfc
Didn't quite acknowledge it at the time but how silky was that finish from Amario Cozier-Duberry for the second goal today? Silky! #bwfc
September 6, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Didn't quite acknowledge it at the time but how silky was that finish from Amario Cozier-Duberry for the second goal today? Silky! #bwfc
Wanderers get an update on their international players after some tricky fixtures.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254460... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254460... #bwfc
September 6, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Wanderers get an update on their international players after some tricky fixtures.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254460... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/254460... #bwfc
Expecting a busy one tomorrow. Please do join in.
▪️ Two new signings.
▪️ (At least) two players leaving.
▪️ A live press conference.
▪️ Video/podcast updates.
▪️ 7am start until we're done!
#bwfc
▪️ Two new signings.
▪️ (At least) two players leaving.
▪️ A live press conference.
▪️ Video/podcast updates.
▪️ 7am start until we're done!
#bwfc
August 31, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Expecting a busy one tomorrow. Please do join in.
▪️ Two new signings.
▪️ (At least) two players leaving.
▪️ A live press conference.
▪️ Video/podcast updates.
▪️ 7am start until we're done!
#bwfc
▪️ Two new signings.
▪️ (At least) two players leaving.
▪️ A live press conference.
▪️ Video/podcast updates.
▪️ 7am start until we're done!
#bwfc
Hello folks. Taken some time to attend to family maters this week - but recording an episode of The Buff tomorrow with H2 and happy to answer any pre-Deadline Day questions you might have. Reply on here, or email below. Ta! #bwfc
August 27, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Hello folks. Taken some time to attend to family maters this week - but recording an episode of The Buff tomorrow with H2 and happy to answer any pre-Deadline Day questions you might have. Reply on here, or email below. Ta! #bwfc
August 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Steven Schumacher takes his new-look Wanderers to Barnsley, looking to give a much better account at Oakwell than on their last visit.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/253938... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/253938... #bwfc
August 16, 2025 at 6:11 AM
Steven Schumacher takes his new-look Wanderers to Barnsley, looking to give a much better account at Oakwell than on their last visit.
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/253938... #bwfc
www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/253938... #bwfc