Predicting how many points Wrexham can gain during the festive period. Over the next four matches, Phil Parkinson’s men can likely add 7 points.
Gone are the boring non-matchday days, as all the Championship sides gear up for a gruelling schedule ahead. With 4 games within the next 10 days being the standard norm for clubs, you’ve got to realise it’s the big Boxing Day fixtures followed by the New Year blast.
Sounds quite exciting, but not the same for everybody. While high-flying clubs like Hull accept this challenge with both arms, you’ve got to feel for the bottom sides for whom a bad run could mean the end of their season.
Then you’ve got Wrexham, who have got an optimistic attitude with mediocre form. The Dragons’ on-field results ain’t hidden from anybody, but the way the squad has responded to it demands praise.
Despite battling their way against a tough Swansea defeat and its aftermath, Wrexham are already looking at the crucial schedule ahead.
Recently, Matty James echoed the entire feeling upon being asked to lookback on the Swansea matchday. As quoted by the Leader Live, the veteran midfielder said: “Everyone was a little bit unhappy with the performance, but it’s important that we don’t let it affect us too much. We’ve got a great opportunity to bounce back in a big game on Boxing Day and hopefully we’ll do that.”
Agreed, translating these words into meaningful results demands much more. But this motivation coming from one of the most respected dugout leaders at Wrexham means enough.
Having had a vast Championship experience of over 250 games, Matty James knows what constitutes promotion sides. Well, that’s exactly what he’s doing as the senior figure prepares Wrexham for a breath-taking schedule without their Captain, James McClean.
Wrexham’s performance prediction for the next 4 games
Unequivocally, James’ message inspires a positive change in results at Wrexham. But let’s closely analyse what the fans can fairly expect for a decisive run ahead.
Wrexham Vs Sheffield United
Dragons Vs The Blades is what reads the mega Boxing Day matchday. Where Wrexham takes on one of the most improved sides in the Championship lately.
Call it a coincidence or destiny, but it follows the fact that Wrexham hasn’t won against Sheffield in the 21st century. Putting it clearly, the only upperhand Wrexham enjoys against a high-flying Chris Wilder side is a momentary higher league placement than Sheffield United.
Shall that change soon? We hope not so, but sadly, everything points to Wrexham’s winless streak continuing.
Wrexham Vs Preston
If the game against Sheffield stood as challenging, the one against Preston ranks a nudge above. With PNE lining up a solid promotion charge, Wrexham demand their best game to even think of a ‘W’ here.
Thankfully, what goes in the Dragons’ favour is their appreciable H2H record against the Lilywhites. Put this in perspective with PNE’s slipping form, and Wrexham fans can actually expect some points here.
A win or not, the Championship’s uncertainty decides, but I’d vouch for a deserving draw for Wrexham.
Wrexham Vs Blackburn
Ask the Championship table, and it’ll label this game as a fairly winnable one for Wrexham. But again, deducing anything before remains error-prone, especially after the close November contest.
Honestly, this game once again shouts of a scrappy, long night battle. Periodical dominance, drama and late goals? One should expect anything and everything here.
I am handing a lucky result to Wrexham, advancing their tally to 4 points after 3/4th of this upcoming run.
Wrexham Vs Derby County
Finally comes the game where the Dragons welcome their Captain McClean, with hopefully Lewis O’Brien getting some minutes as well.
Fair to say, with their best squad back by then, Wrexham stand solid chances against Derby. Expect a close contest yet again, with the side having the better form to win it ultimately.
Being a Dragons fan, I’m pushing Wrexham for yet another win to bring their tally to 7 points. If Parky and co actually claim these many points, they’d stand in close contention for a top 6 playoffs finish. Let’s see how the reality turns out.
