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Coventry celebrate title win in style after denting Wrexham playoff chances
TL;DR
Coventry celebrated their Championship title with a 3-1 win over Wrexham, impacting Wrexham's playoff chances. Wrexham is now level on points with Hull but has a better goal difference.
Key points
- Coventry won the Championship title
- Coventry defeated Wrexham 3-1
- Wrexham's playoff chances are uncertain
- Wrexham is level on points with Hull
- Wrexham has a better goal difference than Hull
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Coventry celebrated their Championship title with a 3-1 victory that leaves Wrexham’s playoff ambitions in the balance.
The Sky Blues were in party mood after Frank Lampard’s side had wrapped up the title on Tuesday and before the trophy presentation after the final whistle. Brandon Thomas-Asante volleyed the hosts ahead after 19 minutes at the CBS Arena, but Ollie Rathbone replied quickly for sixth-placed Wrexham.
A point would have been welcome for the visitors but 10 minutes from time the substitute Victor Torp drove home a powerful free-kick which Danny Ward could only help into the roof of the net. Ephron Mason-Clark put the cherry on Coventry’s cake with a classy finish in the fourth minute of stoppage time.
Wrexham head into the last round of games on Saturday with the smallest of advantages in the race for the final playoff place. Level on 70 points with Hull, they now have a better goal difference of one over the Tigers, while Derby remain in the hunt just a point back.
Ephron Mason-Clark (left) capped off Coventry’s win with their third goal in stoppage time. Photograph: Jacob King/PA
On what is sure to be a tense afternoon, all three finish at home, with Wrexham playing Middlesbrough, Hull hosting Norwich, while Derby entertain Sheffield United.
Thousands of Coventry fans held up “We Are Back” placards before kick-off to mark their return to the Premier League after a 25-year absence. Wrexham were back at a stadium holding fond memories for their supporters after an FA Cup giantkilling in 2023 during the Red Dragons’ National League days. The Sky Blues were given a guard of honour by opponents seeking a league double after their 3-2 Racecourse Ground victory in October.
Q&A
What was the final score of the Coventry vs Wrexham match?
Coventry won the match 3-1 against Wrexham.
How does Coventry's victory affect Wrexham's playoff chances?
Wrexham's playoff ambitions are now in jeopardy as they are level on points with Hull, but have a better goal difference.
Who scored the goals for Coventry in the match against Wrexham?
Brandon Thomas-Asante, Victor Torp, and Ephron Mason-Clark scored for Coventry.
What do Wrexham need to secure a playoff spot in their final game?
Wrexham needs to secure a point or win in their final game to maintain their playoff position against Hull and Derby.
