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Wrexham host Middlesbrough in Championship clash at STōK Cae Ras

Wrexham face league leaders Middlesbrough on 4 November at STōK Cae Ras, with the visitors aiming to extend their promotion push.

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Wrexham host Middlesbrough in Championship clash at STōK Cae Ras

Key facts

Competition
Championship
Date
Wednesday, 4 November 2026
Kick-off (UTC)
19:45
Venue
STōK Cae Ras, Wrexham
TV / streaming
Paramount+ (United States)

Championship action on 4 November

The Championship returns on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, with a key fixture between Wrexham and Middlesbrough. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:45 UTC at STōK Cae Ras in Wrexham. This midweek encounter sees the 19th-placed home side take on the league leaders in what could be a pivotal match for both teams at different ends of the table.

Standings and form heading into the game

Wrexham currently sit 19th in the Championship standings after 13 games. Their record shows 3 wins, 5 draws and 5 losses, accumulating 14 points. They have scored 15 goals but conceded 19, leaving them with a goal difference of minus four. In their last five matches, Wrexham have managed just one win, one draw and suffered three defeats, scoring six goals and conceding seven. Their most recent results include losses away to Sheffield United and Blackburn Rovers, a home defeat to West Bromwich Albion, a victory over Preston North End at home, and a draw at Derby County.

Middlesbrough sit top of the table with 28 points from 13 matches, boasting a record of 8 wins, 4 draws and only 1 loss. They have netted 30 goals and conceded 17, giving them a healthy goal difference of plus 13. Their recent form is impressive, with four wins and one draw in their past five fixtures. They have scored 14 times and let in just 5 goals during this period. Their latest results include home wins against Charlton Athletic and Cardiff City, away victories at Bolton Wanderers and Stoke City, and a draw at Cardiff City. Their consistent form has them well placed in the promotion places.

Head-to-head history suggests a tight contest

The two sides have met twice so far this season. In August, Middlesbrough won the away fixture 1-0. Earlier in May, their home meeting ended in a 2-2 draw. Overall, the pair have shared one win apiece and a draw, with a total of five goals scored across these encounters. This recent head-to-head record suggests a competitive match could be on the cards, despite the difference in league positions.

Where to watch the Championship clash

Supporters in the United States can follow the match live on Paramount+. The game promises to provide excitement as Wrexham look to upset the league leaders on their home turf.

Where the teams stand

Where the teams stand
#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPts
1Middlesbrough138413017+1328
2Birmingham City147522613+1326
3Stoke City148242217+526
4Swansea City148242116+526
5West Bromwich Albion147432015+525
19Wrexham133551519-414

Recent form

Recent form
TeamDateOpponentH/AScoreResult
Wrexham30 OctSheffield UnitedA0-1L
Wrexham24 OctBlackburn RoversA0-2L
Wrexham17 OctPreston North EndH4-1W
Wrexham13 OctWest Bromwich AlbionH1-2L
Wrexham10 OctDerby CountyA1-1D
Middlesbrough31 OctCharlton AthleticH3-0W
Middlesbrough23 OctBolton WanderersA5-1W
Middlesbrough17 OctCardiff CityH2-2D
Middlesbrough13 OctStoke CityA3-2W
Middlesbrough10 OctWolverhampton WanderersH1-0W

Head-to-head

Head-to-head
DateHomeScoreAway
7 AugMiddlesbrough1-0Wrexham
2 MayWrexham2-2Middlesbrough

Written automatically from match data and reviewed by automated checks.

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