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Wrexham loses to Middlesbrough in Carabao Cup opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:30 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Wrexham loses to Middlesbrough in Carabao Cup opener

Summary

Wrexham faced Middlesbrough in their first match of the 2026/27 season on August 8 at Riverside Stadium, suffering a 1-0 defeat in the Carabao Cup. The match's only goal came from Will Lankshear. Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson criticized the referee's decision to book striker Sam Smith for diving after he slipped in the box. Despite the loss, Parkinson felt there were positives for his team going forward, highlighting the need to improve in future matches. Wrexham will take on Cardiff City in their first Championship match on August 17.

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By the Numbers

•Wrexham loses 1-0 to Middlesbrough in the Carabao Cup.
•The match featured a controversial yellow card for Sam Smith.
•Manager Phil Parkinson sees positives despite the defeat.
•Wrexham next plays against Cardiff City on August 17.

Latest Updates

1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson says referee made bizarre decision during loss to Middlesbrough

What they're saying

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Wrexham’s first competitive outing of the 2026/27 season ended in disappointment. The Red Dragons were in first-round Carabao Cup action against Middlesbrough on Friday evening at the Riverside Stadium, having previously drawn 2-2 with Boro in their final game of last campaign.
— Yahoo Sports

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