Wrexham forward Josh Windass has faced criticism from sections of supporters during the 2025-26 Championship season, but his goal record and finishing numbers show he has been the club’s most clinical attacker by a clear margin.
Windass has often divided opinion. His style is understated and his overall play can go unnoticed across a full 90 minutes.
However, the data tells a different story. When it comes to putting chances away, no Wrexham player has been more efficient this season.
That contrast between perception and output is now difficult to ignore as the campaign reaches its decisive stage.
The numbers show Windass is Wrexham’s best finisher
Windass has scored 15 league goals from 73 shots this season.
That equates to a conversion rate of just over 20 percent, meaning he scores roughly once every five attempts.
He also averages a goal every 154 minutes, placing him among the most efficient attackers in the Championship.
Those figures highlight a player who consistently makes decisive contributions in front of goal.
How Windass compares to Wrexham’s other forwards
The gap becomes clearer when compared to other attacking options. Data shows Windass leads the squad for shot conversion.
Kieffer Moore, for example, has scored 11 goals from 76 shots, while Sam Smith has 7 goals from 42 efforts.
Both players trail Windass in efficiency, despite often operating closer to goal as central strikers.
This underlines the scale of Windass’s output, particularly given he is frequently deployed in a deeper attacking role.
Why perception has not matched performance
Part of the disconnect comes from how Windass plays. He is not a constant focal point and does much of his work off the ball.
As noted by BBC, he has been described as a “reluctant hero”, reflecting both his understated style and the mixed reaction from supporters.
Parkinson has consistently backed him, pointing to his ability to deliver in key moments.
Speaking to Leader Live, the manager highlighted Windass as a player who produces “when it matters most”.
That assessment aligns with the numbers. While the debate around his performances has continued, his finishing has remained consistent.
Wrexham’s push this season has relied on players taking chances when they come. In that respect, Windass has delivered more reliably than anyone else in the squad.
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