New Zealand international Liberato Cacace is set to make his long-awaited return to the pitch after dealing with injury setbacks since joining Wrexham. The talented wing back has been sidelined due to hamstring issues that first arose in August, preventing him from participating in Wrexham’s lineup and missing New Zealand’s recent international matches against Poland and Norway.
Cacace, who signed with Wrexham from Italy’s Empoli in July, has only managed two appearances for his new club. However, there are positive updates on his recovery. Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson confirmed that Cacace has been training fully this week and is progressively looking stronger. “Libby’s been back in full training this week, so he’s looking stronger each day,” Parkinson stated, expressing his disappointment regarding Cacace’s absence but emphasizing the importance of following proper protocols for his recovery.
Cacace is poised to be available for Wrexham’s upcoming match against Stoke City this Sunday (NZT). Parkinson remarked on the thoroughness of the rehabilitation process, highlighting that Cacace has been dedicated to working with the medical team and is now ready to return to competitive play.
The 25-year-old suffered a hamstring injury during Wrexham’s season opener on August 8, 2025, and after recovering for a brief period, he faced further issues with his other hamstring. As a result, he missed four matches for the All Whites, including two against Australia and the games against Poland and Norway.
Looking ahead, Cacace will have the opportunity to represent New Zealand in friendly matches against Colombia and Ecuador in November, both taking place in the United States. These fixtures offer the All Whites a chance to enhance their competitive edge against higher-ranked opponents.
Football fans can look forward to seeing Cacace back in action, hoping his return will bring renewed vigor to Wrexham’s campaign in the English Championship. The upcoming match against Stoke City on October 19 at Bet365 Stadium presents a pivotal moment not just for Cacace, but also for Wrexham as they aim to strengthen their position in the league.