Wrexham into FA Cup fifth round for first time in 29 years after beating Ipswich
Wrexham continued their remarkable cup run with a 1-0 victory over Ipswich that secures a place in the FA Cup fifth round for only the fourth time in the club’s history. Josh Windass supplied the decisive touch, and manager Phil Parkinson urged the squad to savour the moment while already planning for the challenges ahead.
Moment to savour, but focus remains on the season
Windass’s strike proved enough to send the north Wales side through, a result that follows a high-profile third-round win earlier in the competition. Parkinson highlighted the need to enjoy the achievement but was quick to pivot back to the league campaign. "Every season in football is special and you've got to savour it, " he said after the match, adding that the win backed up the earlier success over a top-flight opponent.
The victory will be a milestone for the club’s wider project; it comes during a week that marked five years of ownership under the club’s celebrity backers, a period that has included a dramatic rise through the divisions. Midfielder Ollie Rathbone captured the mood in the dressing room, saying the club is "on an incredible journey" and that players want to keep adding to those special nights.
What fans should know about the draw and TV viewing
The draw for the fifth round is slated for Monday night (ET), when Wrexham will learn their next opponent. Parkinson admitted he would welcome another home draw but also acknowledged the realistic possibility of facing a Premier League side. For supporters searching for information on football on TV today, the immediate tip is to check local listings for live coverage of upcoming cup schedules and the draw itself; broadcasters often adjust coverage close to draw time.
Game planners for fans should also note Wrexham’s tight calendar. The cup success arrives amid a congested spell that includes a league trip to a Championship rival on Saturday, February 21 (ET). Parkinson signalled that while the FA Cup is a priority for many supporters, the squad must manage both competitions carefully to sustain momentum in the league.
Signs of progression and what comes next
The 1-0 win underlined the squad’s resilience. Windass’s goal was his ninth of the season and capped a night in which Ipswich failed to muster a shot on target. The team’s cup form has sparked fresh debate about how far this run can extend; a favourable draw could pit Wrexham against a top-flight opponent on home soil, a prospect that would be eagerly anticipated by the fanbase.
Parkinson insisted the club will balance celebration with preparation. He described the opportunity to create more history as something to be seized but warned against becoming complacent after memorable nights. With the fifth-round draw approaching on Monday night (ET) and a league test on Saturday, February 21 (ET), Wrexham’s attention will be split between cup ambition and the pragmatic demands of a promotion chase.
For viewers and followers keeping an eye on football on TV today, the coming week promises both the drama of Cup draw night and the immediate return to league action, ensuring plenty to watch for supporters tracking Wrexham’s continued ascent.
