Do Wrexham have a defensive problem?

What the report says

Wrexham’s early-season defensive struggles came under fresh scrutiny after a 2-1 home defeat by Birmingham City, in a BBC Sport Wales report published 28 minutes ago. Two headed goals from Birmingham centre-back Phil Neumann exposed moments of sloppiness at the Racecourse Ground, leaving manager Phil Parkinson frustrated and captain Dom Hyam openly disappointed with how easily the visitors scored.

According to BBC Sport, the loss left Wrexham winless and without a clean sheet in four matches across all competitions this season. The article says the concern is not limited to one game: last season, only five Championship teams conceded more than Wrexham’s 65 league goals, and they also allowed multiple goals in 22 of 46 league matches. BBC Sport notes that this season’s back line has been more settled, with Zak Vyner, Hyam and Callum Doyle starting together in all four games so far.

Parkinson suggested uncertainty around transfers may have played a part in the performance, especially in the first half, though he did not present that as the sole reason for the issues. Hyam said the team need a stronger defensive base and, when necessary, a more aggressive edge. Wrexham now turn to their next Championship fixture at Millwall on Wednesday.