A fascinating pre-season friendly clash is set at the Racecourse Ground as Wrexham host Championship side Queens Park Rangers. The Red Dragons, under Phil Parkinson, are preparing for their return to the Football League with ambitious signings and growing momentum.
QPR, managed by Gareth Ainsworth, are using their pre-season to implement a more robust style ahead of their Championship campaign. This clash of leagues and styles makes for an intriguing Wrexham vs QPR match preview. Our Wrexham vs QPR betting preview examines how these two contrasting teams might approach this friendly encounter.
Wrexham vs QPR Match Preview/Betting Preview
While this is a friendly, both teams will want to build momentum. Wrexham will test themselves against higher-level opposition, while QPR will look to build fitness and implement tactical patterns. The intensity might not match a competitive fixture, but it offers valuable insights for both managers in this Wrexham vs QPR preview.
Team Recent Form
- Wrexham: WWLWW (Pre-season)
- QPR: LWDLD (Pre-season)
Key Stats
- Wrexham are unbeaten in their last 4 pre-season matches.
- QPR have conceded in 3 of their last 4 pre-season friendlies.
- This is the first meeting between these clubs in over a decade.
Correct Score Prediction
While QPR’s Championship quality should eventually show, Wrexham’s home advantage and match sharpness could make this closer than expected. I anticipate a competitive friendly with both teams scoring. My predicted correct score is Wrexham 1-2 QPR.
Wrexham vs QPR H2H
- The last competitive meeting was in the 2003-04 season in League One.
- QPR won the last encounter 2-1 in a League Cup match in 2004.
- Wrexham are unbeaten in their last 3 home games against QPR (W2, D1).
- Both teams have scored in 4 of the last 5 historical meetings.
Pre Game Odds
- Wrexham Win: 13/8
- Draw: 12/5
- QPR Win: 6/5
Team News Home
Wrexham have several new signings likely to feature, including striker James McClean who could make his debut. Defender Aaron Hayden remains sidelined with a long-term injury, while Paul Mullin is expected to get minutes as he builds fitness.
Team News Away
QPR are expected to use multiple players as they build match fitness. New signing Asmir Begović could feature in goal, while several academy players may get opportunities in the second half. Lyndon Dykes is likely to lead the line for at least 45 minutes.
Possible Line-ups
Wrexham (3-5-2): Foster; Boyle, Tozer, O’Connor; Barnett, Jones, Cannon, Lee, McClean; Mullin, Palmer.
QPR (4-2-3-1): Begović; Kakay, Dunne, Clarke-Salter, Paal; Field, Richards; Willock, Chair, Armstrong; Dykes.
Wrexham vs QPR Betting Tips
- Tip 1 – Result: QPR Win
- Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Over 2.5 goals
- Tip 3 – Both teams to score: Yes
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