Wrexham seeks response after heavy loss to West Ham United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 2:21 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Wrexham AFC faces Southampton at the Racecourse Ground on Saturday after a 6-0 defeat to West Ham United. The loss concluded a tough stretch where Wrexham managed only one win in their opening eight matches across all competitions, raising concerns about their attacking and defensive performances. Manager Phil Parkinson received support from co-owner Rob Mac as he aims to rekindle the team's form. Key players are returning from injury, providing hope for improved results moving forward.
- •Wrexham plays Southampton on September 17 at 15:00 BST.
- •They were defeated 6-0 by West Ham in their last match.
- •Wrexham has collected seven points from eight matches this season.
- •The team struggles with scoring, ranking low in shots taken.
- •Injuries are impacting squad performance, with players returning.
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Parkinson's 'wriggle room' as Wrexham seek response
- 2:21 PMBBC Football — Parkinson's 'wriggle room' as Wrexham seek response
"Manager Phil Parkinson has received some encouraging words from co-owner Rob Mac as Wrexham seek to respond to their 6-0 Championship loss to West Ham United.
"Manager Phil Parkinson has received some encouraging words from co-owner Rob Mac as Wrexham seek to respond to their 6-0 Championship loss to West Ham United.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 2:48 PMParkinson's 'wriggle room' as Wrexham seek response
Manager Phil Parkinson has received some encouraging words from co-owner Rob Mac as Wrexham seek to respond to their 6-0 Championship loss to West Ham United.
- BBC FootballSep 17, 2026, 2:21 PMParkinson's 'wriggle room' as Wrexham seek response
Manager Phil Parkinson has received some encouraging words from co-owner Rob Mac as Wrexham seek to respond to their 6-0 Championship loss to West Ham United.
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