Wrexham’s 2025 pre-season preparations are underway as they embark on a tour of Australia and New Zealand. With a series of exciting friendlies lined up and new signings in tow, the Red Dragons are ready to make their mark ahead of the 2025-26 Championship season.
Wrexham AFC’s rise continues under the co-ownership of Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. As the club prepares for a challenging 2025-26 season in the Championship, their pre-season tour promises exciting fixtures, including a trip to Australia and New Zealand. With Wrexham’s fanbase rapidly expanding globally, this tour is set to showcase the club’s ambitions for the upcoming season.
Wrexham’s 2025 Pre-Season Tour: Australia and New Zealand
| Date | Game | Kick-off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 11, 2025 | Melbourne Victory 3-0 Wrexham | 5:30 am ET / 10:30 am BST | Marvel Stadium, Melbourne, Australia |
| July 15, 2025 | Sydney FC 2-1 Wrexham | 5:30 am ET / 10:30 am BST | Allianz Stadium, Moore Park, Australia |
| July 19, 2025 | Wellington Phoenix vs Wrexham | 3 am ET / 8 am BST | Sky Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand |
After spending the past two summers touring the United States, Wrexham has set its sights on the Southern Hemisphere for their 2025 pre-season preparations. The Red Dragons’ tour will take them to Australia and New Zealand, tapping into the growing support for the club in the region.
According to co-owner Rob McElhenney, Australia has become a key fanbase for the club. He mentioned in a recent Rolling Stone interview that Australia now ranks third in the global audience for Welcome to Wrexham, after the U.S. and the U.K. With such strong support, the choice of destination comes as no surprise.
Pre-Season Fixtures & Results
Wrexham has already kicked off their 2025 pre-season tour with a dominant 3-0 win over Melbourne Victory at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne on July 11. The Red Dragons followed that up with a 2-1 loss to Sydney FC on July 15, with Ollie Rathbone sustaining an injury during the match. Looking ahead, Wrexham will face Wellington Phoenix on July 19 at Sky Stadium, New Zealand, in their next friendly.
As the pre-season progresses, Wrexham may also play a home fixture, similar to their pre-season in 2024, before beginning their new season.
Completed Fixtures So Far:
- July 11, 2025: Wrexham 3-0 Melbourne Victory (Marvel Stadium, Melbourne)
- July 15, 2025: Wrexham 1-2 Sydney FC
- July 19, 2025: Wrexham vs. Wellington Phoenix (Sky Stadium, Wellington)
How to Watch Wrexham’s Pre-Season Games
Wrexham fans can follow their team’s pre-season games online and on TV. For U.S. viewers, games will be shown on Fubo and Paramount+ networks. Fans across the globe (excluding Australia and New Zealand) can stream the matches via Wrexham AFC Match Pass on the official club website.
Fans can purchase individual match passes for £9.99 each or opt for the full Wrexham Down Under Tour Pass, which covers all pre-season matches for just £24.99.
Streaming Links:
- Wrexham AFC Match Pass – Official website
- Fubo & Paramount+ (For U.S. viewers)
Wrexham’s 2025-26 Season Start
The excitement builds as Wrexham prepares to kick off their 2025-26 Championship campaign. Their opening match will be an away fixture against Southampton, who have just been relegated from the Premier League. Southampton’s relegation adds further weight to what promises to be a challenging and intense encounter.
In addition to the league opener, Wrexham will also feature in the Carabao Cup and EFL Trophy competitions. The draw for both tournaments will take place on June 26.
Wrexham Squad for 2025 Pre-Season
Phil Parkinson has named a 30-player squad for the pre-season tour of Australia and New Zealand, with several key signings making the cut. New arrivals such as goalkeeper Danny Ward and forward Ryan Hardie will join the tour, bolstering Wrexham’s roster.
New Signings:
- Danny Ward: The Welsh international goalkeeper brings extensive experience, having made 44 appearances for his country and played for major clubs like Liverpool and Leicester City.
- Ryan Hardie: The forward, who arrived from Plymouth Argyle for £700,000, adds depth to Wrexham’s attack, coming off a successful stint in League One.
- Jay Rodriguez: With a wealth of Premier League experience, Rodriguez has scored 46 goals in over 250 appearances for clubs like Southampton, West Bromwich Albion, and Burnley.
- James McClean: The veteran winger, with 103 caps for Republic of Ireland, brings invaluable experience to the team, having played over 150 Premier League matches with Sunderland and West Bromwich Albion.
| Wrexham squad for pre-season 2025: | |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Arthur Okonkwo, Callum Burton, Danny Ward |
| Defenders: | Max Cleworth, Aaron James, Dan Scarr, Eoghan O’Connell, Max Purvis, Lewis Brunt, Jacob Mendy |
| Midfielders: | Tom O’Connor, Ryan Longman, Ryan Barnett, Matty James, George Evans, George Dobson, Andy Cannon, Alex Moore, Ollie Rathbone, Elliot Lee, Harry Ashfield, James McClean (C), Seb Revan |
| Forwards: | Ryan Hardie, Sam Smith, Callum Edwards, Mo Faal, Ollie Palmer, Jack Marriott, Jay Rodriguez |
With a promising squad and a successful pre-season tour underway, Wrexham are gearing up for a competitive season in the Championship. Their strong mix of experience and youthful energy could make them a formidable force, and with the backing of Reynolds and McElhenney, expectations remain high for the season ahead.
