Wrexham Fights Sickness Bug for Crucial Win

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson reported that a significant sickness bug had affected his team in the days leading up to their recent 2-1 victory against Portsmouth. The Red Dragons managed to secure a hard-fought win at Stok Cae Ras, reinforcing their position within the top six of the Sky Bet Championship.

Despite the adverse conditions, which saw players struggling with energy levels, the team demonstrated resilience. Sam Smith, who opened the scoring with a notable header, was among those affected by a stomach bug and had to be substituted during the game. Max Cleworth extended Wrexham's lead from a corner.

Portsmouth mounted a comeback in the second half, with Zak Swanson pulling a goal back through a deflected shot. However, Wrexham successfully defended their lead despite sustained pressure from the visitors, securing a vital three points.

Portsmouth boss John Mousinho expressed his disappointment, feeling his team was unfortunate not to secure a result. He highlighted a game of two halves, with Portsmouth dominating the second period but facing too large a deficit from the first.

Mousinho also alluded to officiating decisions that he felt went against his side, suggesting that a different first-half scoreline could have altered the game's outcome.