Wrexham secured a narrow 2-1 victory over Southampton at home on Sunday, marking their first Championship win of the season following a heavy 6-0 loss to West Ham nine days earlier. The result was decided late in the match when Southampton defender Keven Schlotterbeck inadvertently scored an own goal in the 89th minute.

The hosts took the lead in the 35th minute through Kieffer Moore, who headed in during a period largely dominated by Southampton. Shortly after the break, Southampton midfielder James Ward-Prowse, returning from injury, equalised with his first goal since his comeback. Despite Southampton’s continued pressure, including a notable save by goalkeeper Daniel Peretz denying Moore an audacious attempt from the halfway line, Wrexham regained control as the game neared its conclusion.

The decisive moment came when Wrexham’s Jacques Ekomie found space on the left flank to deliver a low cross that Schlotterbeck deflected past his own goalkeeper, sparking celebrations among the home crowd.

The match took place against the backdrop of controversy surrounding Southampton’s head coach, Tonda Eckert, who is due to face a Football Association hearing related to the so-called ‘Spygate’ scandal. Wrexham’s co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac made a light-hearted reference to the incident on social media ahead of the game, as fans chanted, “You only win when you’re spying” during the match.

Wrexham Manager Phil Parkinson described the victory as “enormous” and expressed gratitude toward the supporters for their passionate backing. “The reception they gave me as I walked across the pitch was outstanding. I thought the fans were brilliant,” Parkinson said post-match.

Southampton Manager Tonda Eckert acknowledged his side's frustration at the result but remained optimistic about moving forward. “I think we controlled the game for large amounts. We are going to shake this off and go again,” he said.

Wrexham’s win provides a timely boost after a difficult start to the season, while Southampton will be looking to recover from the setback as they prepare for the upcoming disciplinary proceedings concerning the ‘Spygate’ allegations.