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West Bromwich Albion vs Wrexham – Match preview and team news

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West Bromwich Albion vs Wrexham – Match preview and team news West Bromwich Albion welcome play-off chasing Wrexham to The Hawthorns on Good Friday, with both sides desperate for points. The Baggies enter this fixture following a vital 1–0 victory over Bristol City. This result marked their second consecutive win and clean sheet.

James Morrison’s side has finally found some rhythm after a difficult winter period. Significantly, West Brom have now won as many games in their last two outings as in their previous 19. They sit 20th in the table, four points clear of the relegation zone.

Wrexham arrive in the West Midlands sitting seventh, only trailing the play-off spots on goal difference. The Red Dragons have been sensational since the festive period. They have won 11 of their 17 league games since Christmas.

Only Norwich City have recorded more victories in the Championship during this timeframe. Notably, Phil Parkinson’s men boast the second-best shot conversion rate (13. 6%) in the division.

They rank fifth for goals despite being 19th for total shots. West Bromwich Albion vs Wrexham – Match preview and team news Date: Friday, 3 April 2026 Kick-off: 15:00 BST Venue: The Hawthorns, West Bromwich Referee: Dean Whitestone Last Meeting: Wrexham 2–3 West Bromwich Albion (16 Aug 2025, Championship) Team News West Bromwich Albion Interim boss James Morrison continues to manage several key absences. Mikey Johnston remains out with a season-ending leg injury.