Wrexham gets a rude welcome to the Championship as Southampton twice strikes late for 2-1 win
Briefly

Wrexham faced Southampton in their return to English soccer's second tier, leading with a penalty from Josh Windass in the 22nd minute. However, in the dying minutes, Southampton's Ryan Manning equalized in the 90th minute with a free kick, followed by a winning goal from Jack Stephens in the 97th minute. Wrexham created multiple chances but could not capitalize. Under the ownership of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, Wrexham achieved three promotions in three years, landing in the Championship, which is known for its competitiveness.
Wrexham was denied a Hollywood-style ending on its return to English soccer's second tier when Southampton struck twice in the final minutes to grab a 2-1 win.
Wrexham had a lead thanks to Josh Windass' penalty kick in the 22nd minute, but Ryan Manning equalized with a brilliant free kick in the 90th.
Jack Stephens poked the winning goal into the roof of the net in the 97th minute, sealing the dramatic comeback for Southampton.
Wrexham's rise through the leagues, under celebrity co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, culminated in its current position in the Championship after just three years.
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