Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson is facing increased pressure following his team’s 2-1 home defeat to West Bromwich Albion in the Championship. The loss, which saw West Brom come from behind with two late goals, means Wrexham have now secured only two victories in their last 10 league games, according to Sky Sports.
Late Comeback Stuns Wrexham at The Racecourse
The match at The Racecourse saw a goalless first half before Wrexham took the lead through Kieffer Moore’s ‘outstanding’ 30-yard strike into the top-right corner. However, West Brom, who ended a three-match winless run with this victory, mounted a late comeback. Isaac Price equalised 11 minutes from time after Jimmy-Jay Morgan’s cross was deflected into his path. Five minutes later, substitute Aune Heggebo scored the winner from eight yards, assisted by Price, to secure a deserved victory for James Morrison’s side. BBC Sport reported that the win lifts West Brom to fourth in the table, while Wrexham dropped one place to 16th following their third loss of the season.
Parkinson Reacts to “Sucker Punch Goals”
Phil Parkinson expressed his disappointment following the dramatic turnaround. He described his team’s initial position as “brilliant” after Moore’s goal, stating it was “a goal fitting to win the game at this level.” However, he lamented the subsequent two goals, calling them “sucker punch goals.”
Parkinson told Sky Sports: “Then to get done with two sucker punch goals when I felt we were relatively comfortable in the game obviously hurts because we were in a brilliant position and the game was there for us.” He acknowledged that substitutions were made to provide “freshness” but conceded, “we’ve conceded two poor goals and when you concede a goal it’s never one mistake it’s two or three moments in each build-up play where we could have done better and I think that’s the kind of story of those goals tonight.”
What This Means for Wrexham
The defeat adds significant pressure on Parkinson, with Sky Sports highlighting Wrexham’s recent poor form. Wrexham’s solitary victory against West Brom in senior level meetings prior to this match came in an FA Cup tie in January 1930. The team now has an immediate opportunity to respond to their second home defeat of the season when they host bottom side Preston North End on Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What was the score of the Wrexham vs West Brom match?
A: West Bromwich Albion defeated Wrexham 2-1. - Q: Who scored Wrexham’s goal?
A: Kieffer Moore scored for Wrexham with a stunning 30-yard strike. - Q: What is Wrexham’s recent form under Phil Parkinson?
A: Wrexham have won only two of their last 10 league games.
