Wigan Athletic manager Roberto Martinez ready to face a showdown with the club's owner David Whelan The 75-year-old self-made millionaire ordered his manager to a meeting this morning at which he will ask Martínez about his team selection and the side's toothless display. Whelan was bemused by the decision to leave Victor Moses, Hugo Rodallega and Mohamed Diamé, all of whom had made lengthy midweek journeys for international games, on the bench and, while Martínez's job appears safe for now, the comments drew a prompt response from him. "You tell me if that is a normal thing to do in one of the best leagues in world football - having players arrive less than 24 hours before kick-off is not the right preparation," said Martínez. Victor had to travel from Rwanda and deal with all the emotions that accompany representing your country [Nigeria] for the first time. There are many reasons for our players [being on the bench]. But it is not an excuse. We should all be ready to cope with whatever is needed. The chairman is the reason why we are here. Every performance is for him. Today wasn't good enough. Two goals from Gylfi Sigurdsson, on loan from German side Hoffenheim, secured victory for Swansea who played the final 30 minutes with only 10 men after Nathan Dyer was sent off for a studs-up challenge. Martínez brought on his three best assets after the break, but to no avail. Afterwards, the popular Spaniard was asked if he was still the right man for the job. "I don't think I have to answer that," he said. I have been at Wigan for nine years. The football dream is part of my life. I am desperate to get out next Sunday against Norwich. How Martínez's fortunes contrast with those of his former employers,Swansea City. Sigurdsson was excellent in midfield and his goals - a 20-yard shot and 25-yard free-kick - the least he deserved for his performance. The only cloud on the horizon for manager Brendan Rodgers is how much the Icelander will cost when he tries to sign him permanently this summer. Sigurdsson's only comment was: "I've another two seasons at Hoffenheim but I don't want to sit on the bench there for any longer."