West Ham United have been handed an interesting warning about Wrexham before Friday night’s Championship clash at London Stadium.
Phil Parkinson’s side arrive in east London after extending their unbeaten Championship run to three matches with Tuesday’s 1-1 draw against Burnley.
Wrexham fell behind before Jacques Ekomié equalised after half-time, but Parkinson was unhappy with parts of the performance.
“There are things we can do better,” Parkinson told BBC Sport Wales.
Parkinson identifies Wrexham weakness before West Ham
The Wrexham boss was particularly concerned by his side without the ball.
Parkinson admitted Wrexham were “a bit passive” with their press and allowed Burnley too much space.
He also revealed that his team occasionally dropped “10 to 15 yards too deep” before making adjustments at half-time.
That should interest Nuno Espírito Santo.
West Ham head into Friday following three consecutive Championship victories, with their latest success coming in a dramatic 3-2 win against Bolton Wanderers.
Nuno still has decisions to make before Wrexham arrive.
Our latest West Ham predicted XI against Wrexham backs Joël Piroe to return, while Taty Castellanos remains the major fitness uncertainty.
Wrexham have injury concerns of their own.
Defender Max Cleworth suffered a hamstring problem against Burnley, while Josh Windass also picked up a calf issue. The latest Wrexham injury situation before facing West Ham will therefore be worth monitoring.
Friday also represents the clubs’ first league meeting for more than 45 years, with our West Ham vs Wrexham head-to-head guide covering their unusual history.
The game begins another important period in West Ham’s next five fixtures, with Fulham and Millwall following soon afterwards.
Supporters heading to the London Stadium will therefore see two improving Championship sides meet under the lights.
Those watching from home can find the full West Ham vs Wrexham TV channel and live-stream information ahead of Friday’s 8pm kick-off.
The fixture is also listed in our permanent West Ham fixtures and results hub.
Wrexham arrive with momentum, but Parkinson has already identified one weakness West Ham can attempt to punish.
