Wrexham aims for Premier League promotion in 2026/27 Championship season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Wrexham will begin their 2026/27 Championship season as a top contender for promotion to the Premier League. They had a strong pre-season, earning a draw against Wisla Krakow and victories over Manchester United and Leeds United, while suffering a narrow loss to Liverpool. Manager Phil Parkinson expressed optimism about the team's progress, highlighting their performances against established clubs. The club has made its first summer signing, bringing in wing-back Danny Imray from Crystal Palace, and is exploring additional targets as they aim for a promotion push. The expansion of the Championship play-offs from four teams to six increases Wrexham's chances of making a return to the top flight.
- •Wrexham recorded wins against Manchester United and Leeds United.
- •The team signed Danny Imray from Crystal Palace this summer.
- •Wrexham missed out on play-offs by two points last season.
- •The Championship play-offs have expanded to six teams this season.
- •Wrexham targets more signings to enhance their promotion prospects.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Wrexham eager to chart a pathway to the Premier League next season
"Wrexham will head into the 2026/27 Championship season as one of the favourites to win promotion to the Premier League.Some impressive pre-season performances have raised expectations around a club wh...
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