Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson is under increasing pressure after his team suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat to West Ham United in a Championship match. This loss marks the worst result of Parkinson’s time at the club and has left Wrexham in 19th place in the league after seven games. Their only win this season came from a 3-0 victory at Millwall. Former Wrexham player Iwan Roberts called the performance "absolutely awful," saying the team looked strong in the early stages but collapsed after conceding the first goal. West Ham scored four times in the second half, highlighting what Roberts described as a significant gap in quality between Wrexham and a Premier League side. Parkinson has faced challenges before, including a slow start to the 2025-26 Championship season, where Wrexham won just five of their first 15 games. Despite spending £30 million on transfers this summer, the club has struggled to find consistency. Some fans and analysts are questioning whether the new signings have improved the team. Former midfielder Waynne Phillips acknowledged the pressure on Parkinson but believed he could bounce back, citing his past ability to handle tough periods. Former defender Danny Gabbidon agreed, saying it’s still early in the season and Parkinson should be given time to adjust. Several of Wrexham’s summer signings, including defenders Issa Kabore and Jacques Ekomie, have faced criticism for lacking top-flight experience. Phillips noted that some new players haven’t yet shown an improvement over last season’s squad. Goalkeeper Anthony Patterson, who conceded all six goals in the match against West Ham, has also come under scrutiny. Midfielder Ben Whiteman and others have yet to make a significant impact on the team. Wrexham hopes to turn their fortunes around with a win against Southampton before the international break, though they have not yet managed a home victory this season. The defeat to West Ham has deepened concerns about Wrexham’s ability to compete in the Championship, especially against higher-tier teams. While Parkinson and his coaching staff work to address the issues, the club’s fans are hoping for a turnaround in form. The upcoming match against Southampton will be a crucial test for the team as they look to avoid further setbacks and build momentum in the league.