Ian Evatt gives David Artell and Crewe Alex assessment ahead of Bolton Wanderers clash

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.

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.

Ian Evatt believes opposite number Richie Wellens will have Doncaster Rovers well set up and pose a difficult test for his Bolton Wanderers team this evening.

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 admitted he was shocked that Crewe Alex's Scott Robertson was handed a ban of just three matches following an off the ball incident in the loss to Bolton Wanderers.

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.

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!

Ian Evatt said he was delighted to have Xavier Amaechi back available for Bolton Wanderers after the winger's long awaited debut for the club.

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

Bolton Wanderers duo Adam Senior and Liam Edwards have headed out on loan to York City and Southport respectively.

David Artell wants his Crewe Alex side to replicate what they managed to do on three occasions last season and beat Bolton Wanderers once again when they meet this evening.

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