Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson anticipates the shift back to the underdog role as his team, now Hollywood-backed, prepares to face Birmingham City in League One following consecutive promotions from the National League and League Two. Despite Wrexham’s rise under his guidance, Parkinson believes that clubs like Birmingham, with their recent Championship and Premier League experience, will face greater pressure in the upcoming season.

Speaking on the Men In Blazers YouTube channel, Parkinson expressed excitement about competing in a league featuring teams with substantial pedigree. He highlighted Birmingham, Rotherham, and Huddersfield as clubs with high expectations from their fans due to their recent top-tier experiences.

Parkinson emphasized the advantage of being perceived as underdogs, suggesting that it allows Wrexham to operate without the immediate pressure of being title favorites. Despite this, he affirmed Wrexham’s ambition to assemble a competitive squad for the forthcoming season.

Wrexham’s ascent has been fueled by the ownership of actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney since their acquisition in 2021. The fixtures between Birmingham and Wrexham promise intriguing matchups given the contrasting backgrounds and ambitions of the two clubs.

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