Shaun Maloney pleased with cameo

Wigan Athletic midfielder Shaun Maloney has admitted that he was pleased to return to the fold following his appearance in the club's 1-1 draw with Norwich City on Sunday.

Maloney, 29, returned to first-team action following five months out with injury, but he has stated that he is keen to make an impression in final months of the season.

"It's been a while since I've had a run-out, and it has been a frustrating few months since I've been here. It was nice to get out there and show what you can do, and be of value to the team," Maloney told the club's official website.

The Scotland international signed from Celtic in 2011.