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Wrexham vs Middlesbrough Predictions, Picks & Odds – 04/11/2026
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Wrexham's form at the Racecourse Ground has been patchy, with two wins, a draw, and two defeats across their last five outings leaving them 17th in the Championship. Phil Parkinson's side have struggled for cutting edge in the final third, and the absence of Josh Windass's clinical finishing has been keenly felt. Encouragingly, Ben Sheaf is back in full training, while Max Cleworth and George Thomason are edging closer to contention.
Middlesbrough travel to North Wales as the division's form side, unbeaten in five and perched at the summit of the Championship. Kim Hellberg's men have been prolific, netting 27 goals already this term, and their blend of resilience and attacking quality has made them formidable opponents. Hellberg has signalled no intention of rotating, preferring a full-strength selection as Boro look to tighten their grip on an automatic promotion berth.
Middlesbrough's credentials as promotion contenders are difficult to dispute. Unbeaten in five, with four wins from that run, Kim Hellberg's side have been ruthless going forward, netting 27 league goals. That attacking output dwarfs Wrexham's tally and underpins the selection of an away win at 1.68.
Wrexham's head-to-head record offers little encouragement either. Phil Parkinson's men have never beaten Middlesbrough in competitive football, managing just two draws and a defeat from their last three meetings. The absence of Josh Windass's finishing quality compounds matters, with the hosts struggling to convert chances in recent weeks.
The returning Ben Sheaf adds some steel to Wrexham's midfield, yet Middlesbrough's full-strength approach, confirmed by Hellberg's refusal to rotate, suggests the visitors will be at peak intensity. Backing the away win at 1.68 represents the strongest value on this fixture given the gulf in form and firepower between the two sides.
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Trends to Know about Wrexham vs Middlesbrough
- Middlesbrough unbeaten in last five matches
- Wrexham winless in three head-to-head meetings
- Boro's 27 goals nearly double Wrexham's tally
Form & Statistics: Wrexham vs Middlesbrough
Wrexham
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Middlesbrough
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Lineups: Wrexham vs Middlesbrough
Wrexham
Starters
- 1 Anthony Patterson
- 2 Callum Doyle
- 3 Dominic Hyam
- 4 Joe Worrall
- 5 Jacques Ekomié
- 6 Matty James
- 7 Benjamin Whiteman
- 8 Daniel Imray
- 9 Callum O'Hare
- 10 Sam Smith
- 11 Kieffer Moore
Bench
- Danny Ward
- Zak Vyner
- Oliver Rathbone
- Ben Sheaf
- Ryan Longman
- Lewis O'Brien
- George Dobson
- Bailey Cadamarteri
Absent
- Jay Rodríguez (injury)
- Sebastian Revan (injury)
- Nathan Broadhead (Thigh strain, not expected to return until December at the earliest.)
- Liberato Cacace (Calf injury, faces a longer spell out.)
Middlesbrough
Starters
- 1 Radek Vítek
- 2 Callum Brittain
- 3 Luke Ayling
- 4 Ashley Phillips
- 5 Neto Borges
- 6 Adilson Malanda
- 7 Aidan Morris
- 8 Amario Cozier-Duberry
- 9 Riley McGree
- 10 Tommy Conway
- 11 Kyle Joseph
Absent
- Alfie Jones (injury)
- Darragh Lenihan (injury)
- Rokas Pukštas (Hamstring injury suffered during international break, will miss at least four games and not feature in October.)
Medium confidence
A 3-4-2-1 against a 4-2-3-1 shapes up as an intriguing structural contest at the Racecourse Ground. Wrexham's three-man defence will need to be disciplined against Middlesbrough's wide threats, with Kieffer Moore offering the aerial focal point that could exploit any vulnerability in the visitors' back four.
Both lineups carry probable rather than confirmed status, so minor adjustments remain possible before kickoff. Riley McGree operating in the number ten role gives Middlesbrough genuine creativity in transition, and how Wrexham's double pivot copes with that movement could well determine the outcome of this midweek Championship fixture.
Wrexham vs Middlesbrough: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Wrexham vs Middlesbrough Match?
What time is Wrexham vs Middlesbrough?
Wrexham host Middlesbrough at the Racecourse Ground on Wednesday 4 November 2026, with kickoff set for 19:45 GMT.
Where is Wrexham vs Middlesbrough being played?
This fixture takes place at the Racecourse Ground, Wrexham's historic home in north Wales.
How Can I Watch Wrexham vs Middlesbrough on TV and Live Stream?
This match is available to watch via Sky Sports' Championship coverage in the United Kingdom.
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