The Red Dragons need to move on from their EFL Trophy semi final defeat with a huge game in League One and we’ve got all the details for how to watch Wrexham v Bolton, plus team news and head-to-head record analysis.
Phil Parkinson slammed his team’s defending during the semi final defeat on penalties as Wrexham threw away a two goal lead and the chance to face Birmingham City at Wembley.
Attentions now turn back to the race for promotion from League One and Parkinson welcomes his old side Bolton to the Racecourse Ground.
Three points are vital for Wrexham as they could move level on points with Wycombe in the final automatic promotion spot. However, Bolton have won their last three in the league and will be a dangerous opponent.
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Wrexham v Bolton kick off time
The game between Wrexham and Bolton is scheduled to kick off at 12:30pm GMT on Saturday 1st March 2025, taking place at the Racecourse Ground.
For those in the US, that is 4:30am PT and, or 7:30am ET.
How to watch Wrexham v Bolton in the UK
Sky Sports customers will be able to watch Wrexham v Bolton live on Sky Sports EFL channel via the red button with coverage starting at 12:30pm.
You can also watch the game via the SkyGo app if you’re out of the house.
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How to watch Wrexham v Bolton in the US
As always, we know that many Wrexham fans are new to this, thanks to the Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney influence, and may be hoping to watch the game outside the UK.
With this in mind, if you want to watch the Wrexham v Bolton game from the US, you’ll be able to watch through Paramount+ and ESPN’s partnership.
There are also viewing options via CBS Sports Network, and the Fubo streaming service.
Wrexham team news
After resting a few key players for the EFL Trophy semi final, Parkinson is expected to ring the changes once again as the likes of Sam Smith and Ollie Rathbone are set to return to the starting eleven.
James McClean is battling to be fit following a hip problem, which could mean that Sebastian Revan keeps his place following his impressive performance in the win over Mansfield.
Parkinson also has a decision to make in goal with Arthur Okonkwo continuing to lack consistency and therefore Mark Howard could be in line for another recall.
Wrexham v Bolton head to head record
The history of this fixture is heavily in favour of Bolton Wanderers with nine wins to their name in comparison to Wrexham’s four with just two draws.
Wrexham have won just one of their last 10 league games against Bolton, which came in a 2-1 victory at the Racecourse Ground in 1982.
However, the Red Dragons did beat Bolton 1-0 in the recent EFL Trophy quarter final thanks to a brilliant strike from Andy Cannon and the reverse fixture in the league ended in a goalless draw.
Wrexham v Bolton prediction
Bolton’s recent resurgence in form has left them in eighth place in League One and in a battle to secure a play-off place come the end of the season.
Wrexham will be desperate to heap pressure on Wycombe, who themselves travel to top of the league Birmingham City.
It will be tight, it will be tense and there may well be a lack of goalmouth action but Parkinson’s side should make home advantage count and come away with a vital 1-0 victory.