Wrexham defeats Burton Albion 3-0, nears third consecutive promotion

Wrexham achieved a pivotal 3-0 victory over Burton Albion, moving closer to a third consecutive promotion in League One. The match saw Burton's Charlie Webster receive a red card early on, giving Wrexham an advantage, although they struggled to score until the second half. A penalty converted by Steven Fletcher opened the scoring, followed by a goal from Sam Smith and a late finish by Jack Marriott, solidifying Wrexham's position in second place, six points ahead of third-place Wycombe. The result is significant as Wrexham has only five games left to secure automatic promotion, while their Hollywood owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, continue to support the club's impressive rise through the leagues. This victory also highlighted Smith's work ethic and contributions, particularly after a previous game where he assisted a goal. The win came alongside a loss for Wycombe, further enhancing Wrexham's promotion prospects.