Wrexham to have trophy to lift in title win

THE National League will ensure their title winners are able to enjoy a trophy celebration on Sunday as the race between Stockport County and Wrexham goes to the final day.

County’s 1-0 win over Torquay United on Wednesday saw them replace Wrexham at the top of the table.

Stockport need a point against FC Halifax Town on Sunday to seal a return to the EFL after an 11-year absence.

But defeat would see Wrexham promoted on goal difference if they win at Dagenham and Redbridge.

National League officials are keen for fans of whichever club triumphs to mark a title success in an appropriate manner, and are arranging for a trophy and medals to be at both venues so a formal presentation can take place.

Wrexham’s 3-0 win over Stockport last Sunday saw them replace the Hatters as leaders on goal difference.

Paddy Madden’s 24th goal of the season secured Stockport’s midweek win over Torquay, and put Dave Challinor’s side in the box seat ahead of Halifax’s visit to Edgeley Park.

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson told BBC Radio Wales that although he was disappointed Torquay could not do his side a favour, he is fully focused on the final day.

“I expected Stockport to get a result and now we concentrate on Sunday - that’s the big day,” Parkinson said.

“In my heart of hearts I knew that the game Stockport would be more likely to lose is the Halifax one because Halifax have still got a lot to play for themselves.

“Like I’ve said, the aim was to take it to the last game of the season and that’s what we’ve done.

“We’ve got to go down there and make sure we take care of our own business and hope Halifax can do us a great favour.”