After defeat at Sunderland, Wigan Athletic boss Roberto Martinez remains upbeat over their survival chances.
Martinez returned across the Pennines with his side back in the relegation zone, although in bullish mood.
He said: "It is quite clear now - we have got 12 points to fight for and we have got two home fixtures.
"We are really excited. We are looking forward to the next 12 points.
"I have said it before, we are catching up this season. We clicked as a team probably 10 weeks ago and now is the moment we are well aware that we need to get points, and we will make sure we get them."
