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FAW eyes more Wales games at Wrexham’s Racecourse

FAW chief Noel Mooney wants Wrexham's Racecourse to host more internationals once the new Kop stand has been completed.

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 3:42 AM
FAW eyes more Wales games at Wrexham’s Racecourse
Key Things to Know
  • The FAW plans to stage more international fixtures at Wrexham's Racecourse once stadium redevelopment is finished.
  • The new 7,500-seat Kop stand will elevate the Racecourse Ground's total capacity past 18,000.
  • FAW chief Noel Mooney noted high campaign ticket sales currently prevent hosting senior competitive men's qualifiers there.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Football Association of Wales (FAW) aims to host more international matches at Wrexham's Racecourse Ground once construction on the new Kop stand is finished. FAW chief executive Noel Mooney stated on BBC Radio Wales that the association wants both men's and women's national teams to feature at the venue more regularly following the expansion.

Completing the Kop stand will increase stadium capacity beyond 18,000, though Mooney noted higher capacity is necessary for competitive men's World Cup qualifiers due to high ticket demand. Wrexham chief executive Michael Williamson noted the club ideally envisions expanding the ground's capacity to between 26,000 and 29,000.

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