The 2011-12 campaign delivered a dramatic and historic escape for Wigan Athletic as the Latics secured their Premier League status with a resilient 15th-place finish. After spending much of the year in the relegation zone, Roberto Martínez's side underwent a stunning late-season transformation, recording seven wins in their final nine matches including landmark victories over Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool. Leading the charge was Argentine forward Franco Di Santo, whose 7 league goals proved vital in a campaign built on tactical belief and a legendary "great escape" that remains a defining chapter in the club’s top-flight history.