Wrexham could not have hoped for a better opportunity to bounce back from their disappointing defeat at Reading than with a clash against promotion rivals Wycombe Wanderers.
Wrexham were beaten 2-0 by Reading to leave them level on points with their next League One opponents Wycombe Wanderers having now played a game more.
To make that defeat even more hard to swallow, Reading ace Amadou Mbengue poked fun at Sam Smith after the game and Phil Parkinson will be determined for his side to show a response at Adams Park.
Games really do not come bigger than this for Wrexham and defeat would provide a huge dent in their promotion hopes however, three points and they are back in the driving seat for Championship football next season.
Wycombe Wanderers vs Wrexham kick off time
The game between Wycombe Wanderers and Wrexham is scheduled for a 3pm kick-off on Saturday, March 15. The fixture will take place at Adams Park.
For those in the US, that is 7am PT or 10am ET.
How to watch Wycombe Wanderers vs Wrexham in the UK
Due to the UK’s 3 pm blackout rule, Wrexham’s trip to Wycombe Wanderers will not be available to watch on TV this weekend.
How to watch Wrexham vs Rotherham United 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 Wycombe Wanderers vs Wrexham 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
Wrexham’s injury list is beginning to build at this crucial stage of the season and Parkinson has a number of issues heading into the game.
Andy Cannon is a long term absentee with an acl injury and after the 2-0 defeat at Reading Parkinson gave a Wrexham injury update, which included three players that are doubts for the huge match at Wycombe.
Ollie Rathbone played despite having discomfort and could be replaced by George Dobson if the midfielder can recover from his own knock that he suffered against Huddersfield Town.
There are also concerns over wing-backs Sebastian Revan and Ryan Barnett having both sustained injuries in the defeat to the Royals, Revan with a twisted ankle and Barnett fell heavily towards the end of the game.
Wycombe Wanderers vs Wrexham head to head record
This will be the 26th meeting between the two sides and overall the record is very tight between the two sides, an omen for the upcoming game perhaps.
Wrexham have won seven encounters, including the fixture at the Racecourse Ground earlier this season when they were victorious thanks to a stunning Jack Marriott strike to win 3-2.
Wycombe have won on eight occasions, whilst there have been 10 draws between the two promotion chasing sides. Their first meeting came back in November 1994 when Wrexham cruised to a 4-1 victory.
Wycombe Wanderers vs Wrexham prediction
It really does not get bigger than this for both sides and whilst there is still a long way to go in the season, the result of this fixture will have a monumental say in who gains promotion.
Wrexham were poor in their last outing at Reading and will be fired up in order to bounce back and silence some of their critics. Midfield selection and availability may once again prove crucial to the outcome.
As with many of the Red Dragons recent encounters, it will be tight and tense and a 1-1 draw may be the most likely result with both sides keeping in touch with the final automatic promotion place.