Crewe Alexandra will aim to further their Play-Off ambitions when they host Wrexham at Mornflake Stadium today (Saturday, 12.30pm).
A victory in the final home game of the regular season would secure a top-seven finish in League Two - but they face a stiff test against the already-promoted Welsh outfit.
The Opposition
Wrexham earned a place in League One last weekend after their 6-0 win against Forest Green Rovers.
That means they have made it back-to-back promotions in a stunning period for the club.
However, Stockport County have clinched the title, so Wrexham can only fight for the runners-up berth.
The Gaffer
Vastly-experienced Phil Parkinson was appointed Wrexham boss in summer 2021.
He led the club to promotion last season as they surpassed 100 points in the National League, and has now made it two successes in as many years.
Previously, Parkinson has managed Sunderland, Bolton Wanderers and Bradford City in an impressive career.
Fighting Talk
Lee Bell: “We have to get back to the standards we have set throughout the season. My message to the fans would be to really get behind the players. Mistakes will happen throughout the game from both teams but we will have a right go.
Phil Parkinson: “We are delighted to get the club back in League One. We can have a real sit back over the next few weeks and review where the squad is, and what we need to do to make us competitive next year.”
Head-to-Head
Crewe Alexandra and Wrexham have met 124 times in their history. Wrexham have won the most encounters with 43 wins compared to Crewe’s 42.
The reverse fixture was a 3-3 thriller in Wales earlier in the season. Christopher Long, Mickey Demetriou and Shilow Tracey scored for the Alex.
Match Officials
Sebastian Stockbridge is the man in charge of today’s clash. Graeme Fyvie and Alex Gray will accompany him as assistants. Marc Edwards will be the fourth official.
Stockbridge has taken charge of 28 games this season and handed out 130 yellow cards and one red card.
Ticket Details
By the end of Friday, 8,724 tickets had been sold. Click here for ticket information.
How To Find Us
For details of how to get to Mornflake Stadium via rail or road, click HERE.
Can’t Make the Game?
Crewe fans in the UK and around the world can watch the clash with Wrexham live on iFollow.
An iFollow match pass for Crewe fixtures includes graphics and replays – all for just £10 (or local equivalent).
The action is complemented by commentary from the BBC Radio Stoke team of Graham McGarry and Peter Morse.
Alternatively, you can listen to LIVE commentary on iFollow - CLICK HERE to purchase an Audio Match Pass for just £2.50!
Extra Information
- The Railwaymen Bar & Lounge will open at 10.30am for Crewe supporters.
- The Wrights Lounge will be open for Crewe supporters after the match as usual.
- Crewe Alexandra players will leave the field of play after the final whistle. They will return to greet fans and thank them for their loyal support shortly afterwards.
- Please do not encroach onto the playing surface. Any disruption may make it unsafe for the players and staff to return to the pitch area.
- Increased road traffic is expected on the day so please allow time to complete your journey safely. Additional train services have been provided to aid in fans travelling to and from the game.
- Fans will see an increased Police presence in the local area. Mounted Police will be in attendance in and around the stadium.
- At this time, there are no planned road closures, but this is subject to change on the day, dependant on the circumstances. Any updates about road closures will be placed on the Crewe Police and Crewe Alex Police social media pages, as well as through announcements within the stadium. Click here for more information.
Elsewhere in League Two
Doncaster Rovers v Barrow; Grimsby v Swindon; Harrogate v MK Dons; Mansfield v Gillingham; Morecambe v Forest Green; Newport v Salford City; Notts County v Colchester, Stockport v Accrington; Sutton v Crawley; Tranmere v AFC Wimbledon; Walsall v Bradford.
