Wrexham Beat Reading 2-0 to Reach Fourth Round

Wrexham beat Reading 2-0 in the EFL Cup third round, with Nathan Broadhead scoring both goals (57', 70'), the second confirmed to have crossed the line. The victory sends Wrexham into the fourth round for the first time since 1977. The fourth-round draw pairs Wrexham with Cardiff City at the Racecourse Ground in the week beginning 27 October, creating a last-16 that will include three Welsh teams for the first time. Broadhead, Wrexham's club-record signing from Ipswich who had been hampered by a calf injury, said he was delighted to get off the mark and is settling into the squad. Manager Phil Parkinson described the progress as another historic moment in the club’s post‑Hollywood takeover journey under owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The EFL Cup culminates at Wembley on 22 March 2026 and remains a potential route to European qualification.