Wrexham vs Preston: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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17 Oct,16:00
4 - 1
2nd Half 81 '
Preston logo
Wrexham
Preston

Wrexham vs Preston Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half2 - 1
9
A. Vukcevic
was cautioned
21
B. Whiteman
was cautioned
31
J. Worrall
scored for Wrexham
36
A. Devine
scored for Preston
42
B. Whiteman
scored for Wrexham
2nd Half4 - 1
59
T. Samuel Smith
scored for Wrexham
62
A. Hughes
was cautioned
63
K. Moore
scored for Wrexham
66
J. Thompson
was cautioned
80
C. Doyle
was cautioned

Wrexham welcome Preston NE to Racecourse Ground on 17 October 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing England Championship schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.

Wrexham tend to overload midfield areas.

Preston NE prioritise defensive solidity in their approach.

Recent Form

Wrexham

L D W L D

Preston NE

L L D L L

Wrexham show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.

In contrast, Preston NE have faced difficulties in recent matches and need to improve quickly. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.

Recent Form Home/Away

Wrexham (Home)

L W D L D

Preston NE (Away)

L D L L L
There is little difference in Wrexham's performance across venues.

Preston NE's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Wrexham

- - - - -

Preston NE

- - - - -

Wrexham have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Also, Preston NE have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Wrexham (Home)

- - - - -

Preston NE (Away)

- - - - -
Wrexham's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

There is little difference in Preston NE's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Wrexham

+ - + + -

Preston NE

+ - + - +

Wrexham have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Similarly, Preston NE's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. Chances tend to be created at both ends.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Wrexham (Home)

+ + - + -

Preston NE (Away)

+ + + - +
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Wrexham.

Only small differences appear in Preston NE's match tempo home versus away.

Scoring Consistency

Wrexham

+ + + - +

Preston NE

- - + - +

Wrexham show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

In contrast, Preston NE have shown mixed attacking reliability lately. Improving finishing could make a big difference.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Wrexham (Home)

+ + + + +

Preston NE (Away)

- + + - +
Wrexham's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.

Preston NE attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Match Information
Referee: Simon Hooper
Venue: Racecourse Ground

Wrexham vs Preston Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.89
xG
0.72
62
Ball Posession (%)
38
4
Big Chances
1
16
Shots
10
6
Shots on Goal
1
6
Shots Blocked
5
9
Shots inside Box
6
7
Shots outside Box
4
0
Hit Woodwork
0
7
Fouls
12
7
Corner Kicks
2
23
Throw Ins
20
0
Saves
2
12
Free Kicks
7
3
Offsides
2
389
Passes Total
245
279
Passes Completed
132
23
Touches in the Opposition Box
15
7
Tackles Total
12
5
Tackles Completed
7
25
Clearances
24
17
Crosses Total
11
4
Crosses Completed
3
6
Interceptions
7

Wrexham vs Preston Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
22
A. Patterson
1
D. Iversen
2
C. Doyle
16
A. Hughes
6
J. Worrall
6
L. Lindsay
5
D. Hyam
14
J. Storey
3
J. Ekomie
3
A. Vukcevic
37
M. James
15
J. Thompson
8
B. Whiteman
27
L. Leroy
30
D. Imray
24
O. Offiah
17
C. O'Hare
7
A. Devine
28
T. Samuel Smith
10
C. Lang
19
K. Moore
38
J. Kenny

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