Proposed new regulations from the Football Association could significantly boost Wrexham AFC’s chances of reaching the English Premier League—and without the drama of playoff football.
Under the new proposal, four teams would be relegated from the Premier League each season, while four teams would gain automatic promotion from the EFL Championship. If approved, this would remove the traditional promotion playoffs and place a greater emphasis on league consistency across the season.
For Wrexham, this change could be game-changing. The club has built a reputation for long-term planning, squad depth, and relentless consistency under manager Phil Parkinson. In a system that rewards league position rather than short knockout matches, Wrexham’s structured approach could pay off massively.
Playoffs have often been described as unpredictable and unforgiving, where a single bad performance can undo months of hard work. Eliminating them would reduce uncertainty and favor teams that perform steadily over 46 games—an area where Wrexham have shown growing strength.
While the FA proposal is still under review and likely to spark debate among clubs and fans, one thing is clear: if the rule change goes through, Wrexham could find a clearer, fairer, and faster path to the Premier League—bringing their remarkable rise even closer to reality.