Phil Parkinson's Wrexham delivered a 2-0 victory over Championship leaders Middlesbrough at the Racecourse Ground, ending Boro's 11-game unbeaten run. Goals from George Thomason and Ollie Rathbone in the second half secured the win. Manager Phil Parkinson praised his side's honesty and commitment, stating the performance was one the club's fans and owners could relate to.
This win came as a response to a lacklustre display against Sheffield United five days prior. Parkinson, a boyhood Middlesbrough supporter, paid a touching tribute to his father, who has been unwell, noting the victory would have lifted him watching back home in Stockton-on-Tees. Meanwhile, Sam Smith sustained a knee injury in the loss to Sheffield United and is set to undergo surgery next week, ruling him out for the remainder of the campaign.
Parkinson emphasized the squad's resilience amid numerous injury issues this season.
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