Wrexham 1-3 Queens Park Rangers: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Wrexham 1-3 Queens Park Rangers in the Championship on Saturday, 13 September 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Well, Wrexham, that was a bit of a shocker, wasn't it? Losing 1-3 at home to Queens Park Rangers, who've been up and down like a yo-yo lately. You lot were coming off a decent win against Millwall, but today, it just didn't click. QPR took the lead with an own goal from Conor Coady, and Richard Kone added another before half-time. Despite Kieffer Moore pulling one back for Wrexham, Rumarn Burrell sealed the deal for QPR. A tough pill to swallow, especially after that draw against Sheffield Wednesday.

Queens Park Rangers, on the other hand, must be buzzing. Back-to-back wins now, and this one on the road against a Wrexham side that had been showing some fight. Richard Kone was the star of the show, but the whole team stepped up. After that thrashing by Coventry, this result will do wonders for their confidence. Wrexham tried to rally, but QPR's solid performance and timely goals kept them at bay. A solid day out for the Hoops.

Looking at the stats, you'd think Wrexham should've had a better shot at this. With 61% possession and 12 corners to QPR's 9, they dominated the ball but couldn't convert it into goals. What's more surprising is QPR's 0% successful dribbles compared to Wrexham's 44%. Yet, it was QPR who made the most of their chances, with two assists to Wrexham's one. Sometimes, it's not about how much you have the ball, but what you do with it.

The yellow card count was low, with Wrexham picking up just one, but it didn't make a difference in the end. QPR's efficiency in front of goal, despite less possession, was the key factor. It's a reminder that stats can tell a story, but it's the final score that matters most.

The game's turning point came early when Conor Coady put the ball in his own net, giving QPR the lead in the 33rd minute. That own goal set the tone, and Richard Kone's strike just before half-time made it 2-0, putting Wrexham on the back foot. Despite a spirited effort, Wrexham couldn't claw their way back into the game.

Kieffer Moore's goal in the 67th minute gave Wrexham a glimmer of hope, but it was short-lived. Rumarn Burrell's goal in the 75th minute sealed the deal for QPR. The substitutions made by both teams didn't change the momentum, and QPR held on for a well-deserved win. Those key moments were the difference between a loss and a potential draw for Wrexham.

Wrexham lined up in a 3-5-1-1 formation, with Arthur Okonkwo in goal and a back three of Max Cleworth, Conor Coady, and Callum Doyle. The midfield was packed with Ryan Longman, George Dobson, Matty James, Lewis O'Brien, and James McClean, supporting Ryan Hardie and Kieffer Moore up top. No real surprises in the starting XI, but the impact of the substitutions was minimal.

Kieffer Moore was the standout performer, scoring Wrexham's only goal. The triple substitution in the 61st minute, bringing on Samuel Toby Smith, Ryan Barnett, and Ben Sheaf, was an attempt to change the game's flow, but it didn't quite work out. Wrexham's lineup had the potential, but they couldn't find the right rhythm against a determined QPR side.

QPR went with a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Paul Nardi between the sticks and a back four of Jimmy Dunne, Liam Morrison, Amadou Salif Mbengue, and Rhys Norrington-Davies. The midfield duo of Jonathan Varane and Nicolas Madsen provided stability, while Harvey Vale, Richard Kone, Koki Saito, and R. Burrell led the attack. The lineup was solid, and the players delivered when it mattered.

Richard Kone was the standout, scoring a crucial goal and creating big chances. The substitutions, including Karamoko Kader Dembélé and João Henrique Mendes da Silva, helped maintain the momentum. Rumarn Burrell's goal off the bench was the icing on the cake. QPR's lineup and tactical approach paid off, securing a vital win on the road.

Richard Kone is Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match, and rightly so. His goal in the 44th minute was a game-changer, putting QPR in a commanding position. With one big chance created and one key pass, Kone was instrumental in QPR's victory. His performance was the difference-maker on the day.

Recent Championship matches:

• Loss: 1-3 vs Queens Park Rangers (H)

• Win: 2-0 vs Millwall (A)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Sheffield Wednesday (H)

• Loss: 2-3 vs West Bromwich Albion (H)

Recent Championship matches:

• Win: 3-1 vs Wrexham (A)

• Win: 3-1 vs Charlton Athletic (H)

• Loss: 1-7 vs Coventry City (A)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Watford (A)

Sitting at 21st with just 4 points, Wrexham need to regroup quickly. Their next game is against Norwich City, who are in 10th with 7 points, on September 20, 2025. After this loss, Wrexham will need to be more clinical in front of goal and tighten up at the back to turn their fortunes around.

QPR are now in 12th place with 7 points, and this win will boost their confidence. They face a tough challenge next against Stoke City, who are in 2nd with 12 points, on September 20, 2025 at 11:30. QPR will need to carry this momentum forward and be ready for a battle against a strong Stoke side.

Championship Game Week 6, 25/26

• Middlesbrough Vs West Brom

• QPR Vs Stoke City

• Birmingham Vs Swansea

• Leicester City Vs Coventry

• Blackburn Rovers Vs Ipswich Town

• Derby County Vs Preston

• Hull City Vs Southampton

• Portsmouth Vs Sheffield Wednesday

• Sheffield United Vs Charlton

• Norwich City Vs Wrexham

• Bristol City Vs Oxford Utd

• Millwall Vs Watford

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