Wrexham’s hopes for promotion were dashed on May 2, 2026 after they drew 2-2 against Middlesbrough in Wrexham, Wales. The team needed a victory to secure a spot in the Championship play-offs.
Hull City won their match against Norwich City, which allowed them to leapfrog Wrexham in the standings. As a result, Wrexham finished the season outside the play-off positions.
Middlesbrough secured a play-off spot and will host Southampton in the semi-final first leg. The match took place at STōK Cae Ras and had a crowd of 10,716.
This match marked the second time Wrexham and Middlesbrough faced each other this season; they previously drew 1-1 in October. Ryan Reynolds expressed his disappointment, stating he was “completely gutted” about missing out on the Championship play-offs.
Despite the setback, Wrexham supporters remain hopeful for next season. The team had entered the final day with their destiny in their own hands but ultimately fell short.
The next steps for Wrexham include reassessing their squad and strategies to improve for the upcoming season. They aim to return stronger and compete for promotion again.
