Wrexham secured a 3-2 victory over Queens Park Rangers on Saturday, January 24, 2026, after scoring two stoppage-time goals. Josh Windass equalised, and Ollie Rathbone netted the winner at Loftus Road. This result lifted the Welsh club into sixth place in the Championship, marking their first time in a play-off spot this season.
This follows Wrexham's return to the second-tier Championship for the first time since the 1980s, having achieved three consecutive promotions. Manager Phil Parkinson commented, "We smelt blood. You can feel that as a team sometimes," regarding the late win. Co-owner Rob McElhenney reinforced this sentiment on social media, stating, "Never ever ever give up on anything in Wrexham."
The QPR result is another example of Wrexham's resilience this season. Previously, they staged a 5-3 comeback win against Sheffield United on December 26, 2025, after trailing 3-1. The club continues its bid for a fourth straight promotion.
