Wrexham concluded their successful season with a visit to Lincoln’s Sincil Bank Stadium.
Phil Parkinson made one modification to the lineup that triumphed over Charlton, bringing in Elliot Lee to take the place of the injured Jay Rodriguez. Meanwhile, Wrexham supporters were dismayed by the continued absence of Paul Mullin.
Lincoln had the upper hand in the first half, but Wrexham sprang to life shortly after the break when Ryan Longman delivered a fantastic cross, which Lee converted.
Longman then added a second goal in the 60th minute with a powerful shot into the far corner from inside the box, sealing a stylish season finale for the Red Dragons.
Wrexham wrapped up another victory and maintained a clean sheet. Below are some standout performers and a few players who fell short in this final encounter of the season.
Three Standout Players from Wrexham’s Match Against Lincoln
Arthur Okonkwo
Arthur Okonkwo has been vying for his place post-wrist injury earlier in the season, but he has proven himself as a key player for the club moving to the second tier. His 19th clean sheet of the season ties him with Wrexham’s record for goalkeepers from 1974.
Throughout the match, Okonkwo was more active than his counterpart, showcasing his solid presence and making challenging saves look effortless, effectively keeping the opposition at bay.
Elliot Lee
Returning to the lineup just behind Sam Smith, Lee started the game slowly, but he soon reminded fans of his capabilities. He made a late run into the penalty area to connect with Longman’s superb cross, scoring the opener and finishing as the club’s leading scorer for the season.
Ryan Longman
Ryan Longman has proven to be an exceptional addition since joining in January. Initially having to wait for his opportunity in the starting lineup, he has now firmly made the right wing-back position his own. He capped an impressive second half of the season by providing a goal and an assist. His brilliant cross set up Lee’s goal, and he followed it up by scoring himself to secure all three points.
Two Players Who Failed to Impress in Wrexham’s Game Against Lincoln
George Dobson
While George Dobson has been a standout performer in recent weeks, he seemed to be affected by the celebrations from the past week during this match. He lost possession just seconds into the game, which set the tone for an overall lackluster performance where his usual precision was missing. A well-deserved rest is in order, and he will likely return revitalized for pre-season, ready to make an impact in the Championship.
Phil Parkinson
It’s challenging to criticize the Wrexham manager, particularly after achieving three consecutive promotions. Nonetheless, some may argue there’s little room for sentimentality in football. If this match was the last opportunity for fans to bid farewell to celebrated players like Mullin and Ollie Palmer, their absence was unfortunate. With Rodriguez injured and the promotion secured, it was the ideal occasion to honor familiar faces. Many players may not return next season after significant roster changes in the upcoming transfer window.
