Phil Parkinson: Wrexham Must Deliver ‘A-Game’ for Thrilling Week
Wrexham Football Club achieved a significant milestone by defeating Oxford, moving up to 15th place in the Championship table. This victory not only elevated Wrexham above their Welsh rivals, Swansea City, but also marked them as the highest-ranked Welsh team in the English Football League.
Parkinson’s Insight on Club Progress
Coach Phil Parkinson acknowledged this achievement as a vital indicator of the club’s ongoing development. He stated, “It doesn’t mean a great deal at this stage, but little markers like that along the way are important for Wrexham Football Club.” Maintaining this position is now a primary goal for the team.
Injury Concerns Ahead of Middlesbrough Match
As Wrexham prepares for their upcoming match against Middlesbrough, the team faces several injury challenges. Notably, midfielder Elliot Lee will miss the game due to a knee injury.
Current Injury List
- Elliot Lee – Knee injury
- Ollie Rathbone – Thigh issue (assessment pending)
- Ben Sheaf – Groin issue (assessment pending)
- Jay Rodriguez – Long-term absence
- Danny Ward – Long-term absence
- Andy Cannon – Long-term absence
- Harry Ashfield – Long-term absence
- Aaron James – Long-term absence
Looking Forward: Wrexham vs. Middlesbrough
Phil Parkinson also spoke highly of Middlesbrough’s management team, highlighting the capabilities of Rob Edwards and Adi Viveash. He noted, “They’re really good football people. They’ve had a good start, and we respect that.” Wrexham is aware of the expectations surrounding Middlesbrough, a club with previous Premier League experience.
As Wrexham gear up for this pivotal match, delivering their “A-game” will be essential to secure a positive outcome against a formidable opponent.
