Wrexham found a formula against Middlesbrough, but Wolves are a completely different test

Following a 2-0 win over Championship leaders Middlesbrough, the writer argues that Wrexham will face a completely different tactical challenge when hosting second-placed Wolves. Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson shifted to a 3-5-1-1 formation amid an attacking injury crisis, securing victory with goals from George Thomason and Ollie Rathbone, alongside a clean sheet from goalkeeper Anthony Patterson.

The article notes that while Middlesbrough offered attacking space, Cesar Peixoto's Wolves have conceded a league-low 12.9 expected goals in 14 games. With key attackers Sam Smith, Josh Windass, Nathan Broadhead, and Callum O'Hare sidelined, the writer highlights Wrexham's creative struggles and squad fatigue ahead of Parkinson's 150th home match in charge.