On Saturday afternoon, Wrexham defeated Colchester United 2-1, overcoming a late deficit to secure a vital victory in their pursuit of promotion.
Phil Parkinson was desperate for a win after losing to Doncaster Rovers away from home in the middle of the week.
This season, Wrexham’s away games have proven difficult at times, and another one so soon after the team’s defeat at Doncaster alarmed several supporters.
After the interval, John Akinde put the hosts ahead, leaving Parkinson’s team with a formidable opponent, as Wrexham went behind in Essex.
After Paul Mullin’s thunderous header, his 100th goal in a Wrexham shirt, tied the score at one goal, an unexpected hero appeared in front of the goal.
Max Cleworth scored his first-ever league goal after a long throw into the box found his head, giving Wrexham a late victory on the road.
Paul Mullin on Max Cleworth Aside from goalie Arthur Okonkwo, Cleworth was perhaps the last man Wrexham supporters anticipated to score a goal.
The defender’s growth has been amazing to behold, and he is having an excellent season.
In addition to his strong defensive play, Cleworth has developed significantly as a right-sided center defender in terms of ball movement and playmaking.
Club hero Andy Morrell praised Mullin for his beautiful midfield ball that brought up his opening goal against Mansfield Town.
Mullin, a striker for Wrexham, has now stated on the team’s official YouTube channel that he believes Cleworth has performed admirably in the first team both this season and last.
Mullin believes that Cleworth has “stood strong” when called upon and that, despite being just 21 years old in his debut Football League season, he has demonstrated maturity.
Mullin stated, “Max has been outstanding ever since he joined the team this year, even last year.” I’m happy for him to get the header and the winner; it’s really excellent for him. He has always stood strong whenever he has played and been called upon. For a young player, you can see how mature he is.
This summer, Cleworth might be Wrexham’s most desired player.
There is a tonne of experience here in Wrexham, from back to front.
This team has a wealth of EFL experience, including Mullin, Will Boyle, Elliot Lee, George Evans, Andy Cannon, Ollie Palmer, Steven Fletcher, and Eoghan O’Connell.
Wrexham has chosen to sign players with an immediate impact in the hopes that they would succeed in the near future and help the team advance through the leagues.
As Wrexham’s budget increases, more players with resale value will be added, but Cleworth is one player who will undoubtedly get attention from higher up in the EFL.
Championship teams, who think Cleworth has a bright future ahead of him and has the potential to become a true star, will undoubtedly be keeping an eye on him.
Naturally, Wrexham will attempt to retain Cleworth if a suitor approaches them, but he might be the team’s most sought-after player come summer transfer season.
