Wrexham takes on Charlton in a critical match within League One, with both teams fiercely pursuing automatic promotion to the Championship. Wrexham can secure their promotion with a victory, leveraging Wycombe’s prior defeat to Leyton Orient.
Currently in second place, Wrexham has accumulated 86 points with two league matches remaining. However, Charlton is only four points behind in fourth place, making this clash a must-win for them to maintain their promotion aspirations.
Both teams must avoid falling into a playoff position, where a chance at promotion remains but with greater difficulty. The playoffs conclude with the final match on May 25 at Wembley Stadium in London.
Match Details:
- Date: Saturday, April 26
- Time: 12:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Racecourse Ground, Wrexham, Wales
- Live Stream: Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
- Odds: Wrexham +125; Draw +220; Charlton +230
Previous Encounter:
The last match between these teams in October ended in a 2-2 draw, with Wrexham initially taking the lead.
Wrexham Insights:
Wrexham is filled with a celebratory spirit as they approach promotion. Manager Phil Parkinson spoke highly of the team’s cohesiveness and the support from their co-owner, Rob McElhenney, who engaged with players before a key win against Blackpool. Parkinson emphasized the importance of home support for the upcoming match against Charlton.
Charlton’s Approach:
While Wrexham relishes the promotion chase, Charlton maintains a focused, routine approach under manager Nathan Jones. Jones emphasized the necessity of treating each game individually, as they prepare for this crucial must-win situation.
Predicted Lineups:
- Wrexham: Arthur Okonkwo, Max Cleworth, Dan Scarr, Lewis Brunt, Ryan Longman, George Dobson, Matty James, Oliver Rathbone, James McClean, Jay Rodriguez, Sam Smith
- Charlton: Will Mannion, Kayne Ramsay, Lloyd Jones, Macaulay Gillesphey, Josh Edwards, Conor Coventry, Greg Docherty, Thierry Small, Luke Berry, Tyreece Campbell, Matt Godden
Featured Player:
Ryan Bennett of Wrexham, leading the team with nine assists this season, is poised to influence the outcome of this game significantly.
Final Prediction:
Given the high stakes, this match is expected to provide ample drama. Both teams are competitive, making a draw likely. Predicted Score: Wrexham 1, Charlton 1.
