Preston North End vs Wrexham Live Stream: EFL Cup Match Preview

The EFL Cup second round presents a highly anticipated clash as Preston North End hosts Wrexham at Deepdale. Both teams will be looking to secure a victory to progress to the next round of the cup, and with both sides in the Championship, this tie offers a fascinating test.

Match Details:

Competition	Date	Kick-off (ET)	Venue
EFL Cup Second Round	August 26, 2025	2:45 PM	Deepdale, Preston, England

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Team Form and Analysis:

Preston North End enters this match after a solid start to their Championship season. The Lilywhites have been in good form, with a recent 1-0 league victory over Ipswich Town. They will be looking to build on that momentum and advance in the cup. They are a tough team to beat, and their home advantage will be crucial in this match.

Wrexham, meanwhile, has had a mixed start to their Championship season, with one win, one draw, and two losses. The Dragons secured a penalty shootout victory over Hull City in the previous round of the EFL Cup. They will be looking to use this cup tie as a way to build momentum and find some much-needed form.

Head-to-Head:

The two teams have not played each other recently, making this match a fresh encounter.

Player to Watch:

Preston North End: All eyes will be on their key forward, Milutin Osmajic, who scored the winner in their last match.
Wrexham: The focus for Wrexham will be on their key attacker, Kieffer Moore, who scored twice in their last match. His quality and goal-scoring ability will be crucial if they are to get a positive result on the road.

Prediction:

Given Preston’s strong start to the season and their home advantage, they are the favorites to win this match. However, with Wrexham’s recent attacking prowess, an upset is not out of the question. A narrow victory for Preston is a plausible outcome.

Live Stream and TV Broadcast:

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