Eoghan O’Connell says Wrexham’s outstanding defensive record is a result of the “ethos” within Phil Parkinson’s side.

Wrexham travel to Burton Albion on Saturday having kept four clean sheets in their last five League One games.

Parkinson’s men have conceded just 11 goals in 18 league games this season, meaning they have the weakest defense in the third tier.

“It gives the team a good basis to build on,” said central defender O’Connell.

“We work really well together. We had some changes in defense and in goal, but it just shows the ethos of the team – we want to be there for each other, we want to defend, we want to run.”

“I think the goals conceded are a sign of that for everyone.”

Second-placed Wrexham are just a point ahead of third-placed Birmingham City, who have two games left to play, meaning the pressure is on to maintain their good form against struggling Burton.

The Dragons’ latest triumph came against Barnsley on Tuesday, when Ollie Rathbone scored the only goal in stoppage time to secure a third win in a row.

“Against a team like Barnsley, a big club who have been in the Championship and have very quality players at this level, to play like we did and find a way to win is massive,” added former O’Connell Charlton Athletic player, added .

“It’s good confidence for us and we’re moving to Burton. We never take a game for granted. We will prepare as usual and try to put our stamp on the game.”