Overview
- Wrexham will face Melbourne Victory on Friday at Marvel Stadium, Sydney FC next Tuesday and Wellington Phoenix on July 19 as part of their first tour in Australia and New Zealand.
- CEO Michael Williamson described the tour as part of a ‘future-proofing’ strategy to maintain performance and secure long-term stability as the club steps into the Championship.
- Captain James McClean emphasized that the squad is ‘not here on a holiday’ and will use the matches to prepare rigorously for the new season.
- Promotion-winning heroes Ben Foster and Ben Tozer will accompany the squad to lead Wrexham AFC Foundation football camps aimed at engaging young fans.
- The tour builds on recent North American trips and the popularity of the Disney+ docuseries ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ to diversify revenue streams and expand the international fan base.