Manager Phil Parkinson of Wrexham AFC.
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Wrexham's promotion hopes dented after defeat

Wrexham's promotion hopes took a hit on Wednesday as they dropped to third place in the League One table after succumbing to a 2-1 defeat to Barnsley.
Jan 1, 2026, 12:05 pm - ESPN

Match Timeline

Barnsley
Wrexham
  • 11
  • 24
  • 45
  • 52
  • 72
  • 80
  • 82
  • 85
  • 87
  • 90
  • 90+4
  • 90+5

Match Commentary

90'+5'
Ben Killip (Barnsley) Yellow Card at 95'
90'+4'
Georgie Gent (Barnsley) Substitution at 94'
90'
Jón Bödvarsson (Wrexham) Substitution at 90'
Match Stats
BARWXM
Possession
40.2%
59.840.2
59.8%
Shots on Goal
3
6
Shot Attempts
9
19
Yellow Cards
3
0
Corner Kicks
5
11
Saves
4
1