Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson described Tuesday's Championship match against Southampton as having a 'special' feel as the two play-off rivals clash at the Racecourse Ground. The Red Dragons enter the contest one place and one point above the Saints, who have a game in hand and arrive on a 15-match unbeaten run after stunning Arsenal in the FA Cup quarter-finals.

Wrexham have only failed to score in one of their past 25 home league games, while Southampton sit second only to Coventry for away goals scored this season. The teams previously met on the opening day when Josh Windass gave Wrexham the lead from the penalty spot before late goals from Ryan Manning and Jack Stephens secured victory for Southampton, who have since improved dramatically under new German boss Tonda Eckert.

With just six regular season games remaining, Parkinson emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum after their 2-2 draw with West Bromwich Albion. Kieffer Moore returns from injury for Wrexham, while midfielder Lewis O'Brien believes both teams have evolved significantly since their August encounter, setting up what promises to be a crucial clash in the Championship promotion race.