"Although Phil Parkinson's men might have opened up the 2025/26 campaign pencilled in as a genuine play-off contender, the former Bolton boss reportedly has some mounting pressure on his shoulders at the Racecourse Ground. Suffering an infamous EFL Cup exit at home against bitter local rivals and League One outfit Cardiff earlier in the week, Wrexham have the feel of a squad desperately searching for a much-welcomed boost here."
"As for the visitors, although Coventry might have suffered play-off heartbreak last season, Frank Lampard's camp haven't shown any signs of a hangover. Flying out of the traps and opening Friday's trip to Wales holding a three-point buffer at the top of the Championship standings, the Sky Blues have embarked on a public fairytale. Last seen putting in another thumping performance as they secured a 3-1 victory at home against Watford,"
Wrexham have struggled for consistency in their Championship debut, winning only once in their last seven matches across all competitions. The Red Dragons suffered an EFL Cup exit at home to League One rivals Cardiff and returned from the international break with a 1-0 loss at Stoke. Phil Parkinson faces mounting pressure as his side have recorded just one second-tier clean sheet since late August and have not managed consecutive Championship victories. Coventry top the table with a three-point lead after six straight wins, outscoring opponents 19-2 in that run. Frank Lampard's side most recently beat Watford 3-1 and routed Sheffield Wednesday 5-0.
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