Joe Worrall targets starting role against former club Burnley
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:20 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
Defender Joe Worrall faces his former side Burnley on Tuesday as Wrexham hosts the Championship club at the Racecourse. Worrall, a deadline day signing, seeks his first start for Wrexham after watching from the bench during consecutive clean sheets. He departed Burnley after limited appearances in the top flight, citing frustration over a lack of opportunities under manager Scott Parker. Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson confirmed the team has prepared for the match with updated training schedules following two away trips. Burnley arrives at the Racecourse with a squad that includes new free agent signing Jamie Vardy. The match is scheduled for 19:45 BST.
- •Joe Worrall faces former team Burnley on Tuesday at 19:45 BST.
- •Wrexham enters the fixture after a scoreless draw against Swansea.
- •Burnley features newly signed striker Jamie Vardy in the traveling squad.
- •Worrall seeks his first start after joining Wrexham on deadline day.
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — Worrall out to make Wrexham point after Burnley exit
"Deadline day Wrexham signing Joe Worall says opportunities were "scarce" at Burnley, as he prepares to welcome his former side to the Racecourse.
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