Wrexham loses 1-0 to Liverpool at Yankee Stadium in friendly
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:45 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Wrexham fell 1-0 to Liverpool at Yankee Stadium, marking their only defeat in pre-season. Goalkeeper Danny Ward noted the match showcased Wrexham's progression, contrasting his prior visit to the venue with Liverpool in 2014. Despite the loss, Ward highlighted positive aspects of their performance. Wrexham will conclude their pre-season against Sunderland on Sunday before starting their competitive campaign in the Carabao Cup against Middlesbrough on August 7.
- •Wrexham faced Liverpool in a pre-season friendly at Yankee Stadium.
- •Danny Ward stated the match illustrated Wrexham's growth.
- •Wrexham's only pre-season loss came against the Premier League champions.
- •Their next match is against Sunderland on August 4.
- •The competitive season opens against Middlesbrough on August 7.
- 8:45 AMYahoo Sports — Yankee Stadium game highlights Wrexham's rise - Ward
"Goalkeeper Danny Ward believes playing against Liverpool at Yankee Stadium is the latest illustration of how far Wrexham have come in recent seasons. The Wales international had previously visited the iconic New York venue with Liverpool for a pre-season friendly against Manchester City in 2014. Ward, 33, was between the sticks for hometown club Wrexham this time around as they were beaten 1-0 by Andoni Iraola's Liverpool.
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