Wrexham prepares for US pre-season tour against Premier League teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 3:13 PM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Wrexham will embark on a pre-season tour in the United States starting this week, facing Leeds United in Tampa on July 26, Liverpool in New York on July 30, and Sunderland in Philadelphia on August 2. Manager Phil Parkinson expressed pride in the invitation, noting the club’s increasing global profile under owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac. The prior tours drew significant crowds, enhancing Wrexham's visibility. Forward Ryan Hardie will miss the trip due to injury, but players like Ryan Longman and Elliot Lee are set to participate.
- •Wrexham will play three Premier League teams in the U.S.
- •Manager Phil Parkinson values the privilege of the invitation.
- •Previous U.S. tours attracted large crowds and support.
- •Ryan Hardie will miss the tour due to a thigh strain.
- •Elliot Lee is expected to compete in the second game.
- 3:13 PMYahoo Sports — Wrexham set for 'special' US return - Parkinson
- 3:13 PMBBC Sport — Wrexham set for 'special' US return - Parkinson
"Wrexham are "privileged" to have been asked to return to the United States for a pre-season tour, says manager Phil Parkinson.
"Wrexham are "privileged" to have been asked to return to the United States for a pre-season tour, says manager Phil Parkinson.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 21, 2026, 3:13 PMWrexham set for 'special' US return - Parkinson
Wrexham are "privileged" to have been asked to return to the United States for a pre-season tour, says manager Phil Parkinson.
- BBC SportJul 21, 2026, 3:13 PMWrexham set for 'special' US return - Parkinson
Wrexham are "privileged" to have been asked to return to the United States for a pre-season tour, says manager Phil Parkinson.
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