# Phil Parkinson: Wrexham blocked outside noise for 4-1 win

> Wrexham's manager says they had to block outside noise to secure a 4-1 Championship victory over Preston North End.
- Title: Phil Parkinson: Wrexham blocked outside noise for 4-1 win
- Summary: Wrexham's manager says they had to block outside noise to secure a 4-1 Championship victory over Preston North End. Wrexham won 4-1 against Preston North End…
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- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c38xzv091v5go
- Published: 2026-10-17T18:41:33.711+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: phil parkinson, wrexham, championship, preston north end, racecourse, 4-1 victory, manager, outside noise, sports
## Wrexham's 4-1 win
Wrexham secured a convincing 4-1 Championship victory over Preston North End at the Racecourse.
## Manager's response to criticism
Manager Phil Parkinson said Wrexham had to 'block everything out' after recent criticism.

> block everything out
## Key goals and context
Joe Worrall and Ben Whiteman scored first-half goals, with Sam Smith and Kieffer Moore completing the victory.
## Injury impact
Parkinson noted an unprecedented injury list affecting Wrexham's inconsistent start to the season.
## Key takeaway

Wrexham won 4-1 against Preston North End after manager Phil Parkinson said they had to block outside noise to respond to criticism.