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Wrexham led early through Kieffer Moore, hit the woodwork and dominated the Welsh derby, but six minutes of added time produced Rubin Colwill’s late free-kick equaliser for Cardiff, leaving manager Phil Parkinson furious at missed chances and the officials’ stoppage-time decision.
Rio Ngumoha’s deflected 1-0 winner against Wrexham topped a youth-filled Liverpool display in New York as eight teenagers were handed game time; Harvey Elliott looked to revive his Anfield career, while transfer chatter linked Bradley Barcola with a potential move, underscoring Liverpool’s search for wide options ahead of the Leeds friendly.
In a lively Yankee Stadium preseason clash, Liverpool edged Wrexham 1-0 as Dominik Szoboszlai continued his strong form and created chances, including a late looping goal that proved fortunate. 18-year-old Ifeanyi Ndukwe looked assured at the back, while Rio Ngumoha and Jeremie Frimpong offered dangerous wide play, hinting at exciting, if unsettled, prospects under new manager Andoni Iraola in a World Cup year-friendly setup.
The EFL charged Southampton with spying on three clubs, ejecting them from the Championship playoff final and issuing a four-point deduction for next season. Middlesbrough will replace them in the Wembley final against Hull City. Southampton will appeal, claiming the punishment is disproportionate. Wrexham, two points off the playoffs, are weighing a potential legal case depending on the appeal outcome and whether Southampton’s sanctions affected the regular season or only the playoffs, with the dispute carrying significant playoff revenue (~$267 million) implications.
Hull City sealed the last Championship play-off place by beating Norwich 2-1 on the final day, finishing two points clear of Wrexham and Derby. Wrexham’s and Derby’s hopes faded amid late twists in the table, sending Hull to face Millwall while Wrexham finished seventh and Derby eighth.
Driven by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, Wrexham’s ascent hinges on Phil Parkinson’s management, Mullin’s National League title heroes, a string of record-breaking signings, revenue boosts from the Welcome to Wrexham docuseries, and major Racecourse Ground renovations, all propelling the club from non-league to the brink of the Premier League.
Parkinson says Wrexham will come back stronger in 2026-27 after finishing seventh in the Championship, their best league finish and Wales' top EFL side in 25 years, with plans to strengthen the squad after a pre-season break.
Wrexham host Chelsea in the FA Cup fifth round at the Racecourse Ground with heavy Chelsea rotation (nine changes) and a likely back-three, as Enzo, Caicedo and Cole Palmer are left out. Chelsea line up Sánchez in goal behind a back three of Sarr, Badiashile and Tosin, with Hato, Santos, Lavia and Acheampong in midfield and Garnacho, Delap and Neto in attack. Wrexham name Okonkwo in goal and a starting XI featuring Cleworth, Hyam, Doyle, Longman, Dobson, Vyner, Thomason, Rathbone, O’Brien and Smith. Kickoff is at 17:45 GMT; UK viewers can watch on BBC One (US via ESPN Select) with iPlayer streaming included for UK fans.
Wrexham and Chelsea drew 2-2 in the FA Cup fifth round after Sam Smith put Wrexham ahead, Chelsea equalised through an own goal by Okonkwo, Callum Doyle made it 2-1 to Wrexham, and Josh Acheampong levelled late for Chelsea; a red card for George Dobson in stoppage time leaves Chelsea with a man advantage as the tie heads to extra time.
Liverpool will undertake a U.S. pre-season tour this summer, featuring a Yankee Stadium friendly with Wrexham and additional fixtures against Leeds United and Sunderland across Nashville, Harrison (New Jersey), and Chicago in late July and early August.
Wrexham were drawn to face Chelsea in the FA Cup fifth round, a dream pairing for the Championship club who have surged up the leagues and could meet the Premier League giants at the Racecourse Ground (Stok Cae Ras) on March 7; Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman reacted with astonishment, with Reynolds posting “Holy crap” after the draw, while Chelsea look to continue strong form as Wrexham eye a potential big upset en route to a possible Premier League ascent.
Wrexham earned a dramatic win at Queens Park Rangers in London, with Josh Windass scoring the second and Ollie Rathbone adding the third as they moved into the Championship playoff spots.
Wrexham stunned Nottingham Forest 4-3 on penalties in an FA Cup third-round thriller after a 3-3 draw in regular and extra time, with Arthur Okonkwo making crucial saves in the shootout, marking a significant upset in the tournament.
Wrexham co-owner Rob Mac supports Sheffield Wednesday fans' efforts to display a banner calling for their owner to sell the club, amid financial troubles and ownership issues threatening Sheffield Wednesday's future. Wrexham initially denied but then allowed the banner, showing solidarity with Wednesday's fans, and Mac encouraged fans to buy merchandise to support the cause.
Wrexham signed Manchester City defender Callum Doyle for £7.5 million, including a buy-back and sell-on clause, as part of their ambitious summer transfer strategy under new ownership, aiming to strengthen their squad in the Championship.