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Middlesbrough faces Wrexham in Carabao Cup opener on August 7

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Middlesbrough faces Wrexham in Carabao Cup opener on August 7

Summary

Middlesbrough and Wrexham will meet for the first round of the Carabao Cup at the Riverside Stadium on August 7 at 8pm local time. Wrexham, managed by Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds, comes into the match following a pre-season tour in the United States. Both teams seek to start strong as they look forward to the upcoming Championship season, which begins for Wrexham against Cardiff City on August 17. Their previous encounter ended in a 2-2 draw, which cost Wrexham a chance at the Championship play-offs.

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By the Numbers

•Match set for August 7 at Riverside Stadium.
•Kickoff time is 8pm local in the UK, 3pm ET in the US.
•Wrexham failed to win their last meeting with Middlesbrough, ending 2-2.
•Championship season for Wrexham starts against Cardiff City on August 17.
•Wrexham has been on a pre-season tour in the United States.

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What they're saying

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Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham will play their first competitive game of the 2026/27 season on Friday. The Red Dragons have spent the summer on a pre-season tour of the United States, which included matches with Liverpool and Leeds United.
— Yahoo Sports

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