Bolton Wanderers manager Steven Schumacher expressed his delight at Eoin Toal's return to the pitch after a frustrating summer due to injury. Toal missed the play-off final at Wembley after damaging his hamstring against Bradford City in the semi. Schumacher praised the centre-back's dedication to his recovery and was glad to get him some minutes ahead of the new season. Gaizka Larrazabal also made his first appearance in the Bolton colours as the new signing continues to build up his sharpness. Both players are set to feature in a behind closed doors game in midweek before the competitive fixtures begin with a trip to Sheffield Wednesday in the Carabao Cup first round this weekend.
What happened?
Wanderers manager Steven Schumacher was pleased to have skipper Eoin Toal back on the pitch after a frustrating summer due to injury. Toal missed the play-off final at Wembley after damaging his hamstring against Bradford City in the semi.
Why it matters for Bolton Wanderers
Schumacher praised the centre-back's dedication to his recovery and was glad to get him some minutes ahead of the new season. Gaizka Larrazabal also made his first appearance in the Bolton colours as the new signing continues to build up his sharpness.
What comes next?
Both players are set to feature in a behind closed doors game in midweek before the competitive fixtures begin with a trip to Sheffield Wednesday in the Carabao Cup first round this weekend. Wanderers are still working hard to get more signings through the door to bolster their attacking options. Schumacher revealed how many bodies he thinks Bolton still need to bring in at the top end of the pitch.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 3rd in League One, 74 pts, 19W-17D-8L from 44 games, recent form DWLDW. Goals this season: 67 scored, 48 conceded (+19 goal difference).
