Wrexham secures 4-1 victory over Preston North End in Championship
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 7:19 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Wrexham claimed a 4-1 victory against Preston North End in the Championship on October 17 at the Racecourse. After a disappointing home loss to West Bromwich Albion, manager Phil Parkinson emphasized his team's need to "block everything out" amidst criticism. Wrexham's goals came from Joe Worrall, Ben Whiteman, Sam Smith, and Kieffer Moore. The win marks an important response to pressure on Parkinson's squad due to a slow start and an extensive injury list affecting key players.
- •Wrexham won 4-1 against Preston North End.
- •Joe Worrall and Ben Whiteman scored their first goals for the club.
- •Wrexham's prior match was a 2-1 loss to West Bromwich Albion.
- •Injuries have affected team performance this season.
- 8:02 PMESPN Soccer — Wrexham boss Parkinson gets fans' backing as big win eases pressure
- 6:41 PMBBC Sport — Wrexham had to block outside noise - Parkinson
"Phil Parkinson was delighted with the reaction of his players as a 4-1 win over Championship strugglers Preston eased the pressure on the Wrexham boss.
"Wrexham had to "block everything out" says Phil Parkinson as they responded to recent criticism with a victory over Preston North End.
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External links- ESPN SoccerOct 17, 2026, 8:02 PMWrexham boss Parkinson gets fans' backing as big win eases pressure
Phil Parkinson was delighted with the reaction of his players as a 4-1 win over Championship strugglers Preston eased the pressure on the Wrexham boss.
- BBC SportOct 17, 2026, 6:41 PMWrexham had to block outside noise - Parkinson
Wrexham had to "block everything out" says Phil Parkinson as they responded to recent criticism with a victory over Preston North End.
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