Wrexham seeks response after heavy loss to West Ham United
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:57 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 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.
- 7:38 AMESPN Soccer — Parkinson: Wrexham fans' support 'meant a lot'
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Parkinson's 'wriggle room' as Wrexham seek response
- 2:21 PMBBC Football — Parkinson's 'wriggle room' as Wrexham seek response
"Phil Parkinson was touched by Wrexham fans' backing after a "difficult week" and hopes the last-gasp win against Southampton can breathe new life into their campaign.
"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.
Sources
External links- ESPN SoccerSep 20, 2026, 7:38 AMParkinson: Wrexham fans' support 'meant a lot'
Phil Parkinson was touched by Wrexham fans' backing after a "difficult week" and hopes the last-gasp win against Southampton can breathe new life into their campaign.
- 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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