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Wrexham beat Lincoln to reach northern semi-finals of the EFL Youth Alliance Cup

CRAIG KNIGHT hailed Wrexham U18s’ display as they booked their place in the northern semi-finals of the EFL Youth Alliance Cup.

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 4:14 PM
Wrexham beat Lincoln to reach northern semi-finals of the EFL Youth Alliance Cup
Key Things to Know
  • Wrexham Under-18s defeated Lincoln City 3-1 to advance to the EFL Youth Alliance Cup northern semi-finals.
  • Kian Nolan opened the scoring early before Lincoln's Kenzie Oliver leveled the match with a header.
  • Jac Jones restored the lead before half-time, and Harry Wakenshaw sealed the win in stoppage time.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Wrexham Under-18s advanced to the northern semi-finals of the EFL Youth Alliance Cup following a 3-1 victory against Lincoln City. Kian Nolan gave Wrexham an early lead inside five minutes after pouncing on a rebound from Henry Jones's header. Although Lincoln equalized midway through the first half through Kenzie Oliver, Jac Jones restored Wrexham's advantage on the stroke of half-time via an assist from Harry Wakenshaw.

Wrexham maintained control throughout the second half, creating multiple chances before Wakenshaw secured the win with a stoppage-time header at the back post. Following the match, Professional Development Phase lead coach Craig Knight praised his side's dominant performance and composure on the ball.

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