Ollie Westbury’s predicted Shrewsbury XI vs Wrexham
With the international break coming at a bad time Paul Hurst has a few selection conundrums ahead of the Wrexham clash.
Both Aaron Pierre and Luca Hoole are not available this weekend as they represent their respective countries.
So what XI will the Town boss pick for the derby against Phil Parkinson’s high-flying Wrexham?
The Town number one has been excellent so far this season and will keep his place in between the posts.
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Wrexham face arch rivals Shrewsbury at The Racecourse
PHIL PARKINSON won’t be taking Shrewsbury Town lightly but he says confidence is sky high in the Wrexham camp following the excellent start to the League One campaign.
Saturday’s 2-0 win at Peterborough United made it 10 points from a possible 12, leaving unbeaten Wrexham second in the table.
Parkinson, who saw Wrexham beat the Shrews 1-0 in last season’s FA Cup third round tie in Shropshire, is keeping his feet on the ground but he’s looking to keep the good run going.
“It was a good atmosphere last season and obviously we were pleased to progress,” said the Reds’ boss.
“Shrewsbury are an established League One with 10 years in the division.
“They had a great win against Leyton Orient last week and prior to that were unlucky to lose narrowly at Huddersfield so we know what they are all about.
“They are a decent team and they have got a very experienced manager. Paul Hurst not so long ago got Shrewsbury into the play-offs in this division and they will be expecting to be up and around it again this season.
“It is going to be a real test for us, a local derby, but obviously we are full of confidence.
“This will be another progression for us in our early season form and adapting to life in League One.”
Wrexham boast an excellent record at The Racecourse over the last few years and have won both home games this season.
“I want the players to continue to enjoy playing here because this is our home ground and they should look forward every week to coming out to play in front of our supporters, and they do,” added Parkinson.
“I want the lads to appreciate the environment they are playing in and keep thriving in that.”
