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/ 6 days agoReynolds and McElhenney's soccer venture with Wrexham captivates NFL star
Amid a fairytale resurgence under Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's ownership, Wrexham AFC has caught the attention of an NFL star.
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/ 25 days agoSnoop Dogg inspired by Wrexham, targets Celtic
The grand movement of Americans investing in European soccer teams has added another prominent name as Snoop Dogg eyes Celtic. The American rapper and media personality is one of the most recognizable celebrities. His interest in soccer is clear, as he often dons soccer kits during his concerts. That includes clubs like Arsenal, Barcelona, Manchester […]
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/ 29 days agoWrexham sees surge in tourism thanks to Rob and Ryan effect
Since Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney purchased Wrexham AFC in 2020, the small Welsh city of Wrexham has seen an implausible increase in tourism. The takeover not only revitalized the city's club but also placed Wrexham on the global map. Reynolds and McElhenney, together with the town's enticing soccer history, bring in tourists […]
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/ 67 days agoBrady, Beckham among stars to watch Wrexham vs Birmingham
A League One clash between Wrexham AFC and Birmingham City FC was a who's who of stars in the crowd. On the pitch, league-leading Wrexham and Birmingham City played out a thrilling contest that finished 3-1 in favor of Birmingham City. However, cameras could not stay away from the crowd that featured movie stars, Premier […]
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/ 68 days agoWill Ferrell: Why US investors pour money into English clubs
In recent years, a noticeable trend has emerged in English soccer: an influx of American celebrities investing in clubs across the country. From Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's highly publicized ownership of Wrexham to NFL star Tom Brady's stake in Birmingham City; the list of American figures putting their money into the sport continues to […]
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/ 134 days agoFilming starts on Necaxa TV series with help of Wrexham owners
Interest has recently increased in TV shows around sports. From Formula 1: Drive to Survive to Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, we've been served with behind-the-scenes footage of many of our favorite sports teams. So when Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney, and Eva Longoria teamed up to make a TV series about Liga […]
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/ 151 days agoIf Birmingham-Wrexham played in USA, what would it look like?
For the 2024/25 League One campaign, Birmingham City FC has requested to play newly promoted Wrexham in the United States. Both sides have American, or at least North American, ownership groups. Wrexham has become one of the most popular teams in the United States despite playing the last 19 seasons beneath the third tier of […]
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/ 153 days agoWrexham providing free Welsh language lessons to players, fans
Wrexham has revealed that they have been providing players and staff at the club with Welsh language lessons. Welsh remains the official language of Wales, despite the fact that it is only spoken by around 18% of the nation's population. According to a recent census, almost 75% of people inside the country claimed that they […]
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/ 165 days agoRob McElhenney says he still wants Gareth Bale on Wrexham
Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney has confirmed the offer is still on the table for Gareth Bale. The American actor has helped bring a new era of success to the Welsh club. In the 2024/25 campaign, Wrexham will play in League One. It is the highest division Wrexham has played in since 2004/05. Interestingly, that was […]
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/ 195 days agoMcElhenney: This key obstacle holds Wrexham Women back
In every facet of Wrexham, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney want to make a major splash. With two consecutive promotions putting them in League One, all eyes have been on the men's team. Yet, other areas are now attracting attention. Finishing in third place was a respectable accomplishment for Wrexham Women during their first season […]
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/ 201 days agoDream big: Wrexham aim to lure Premier League winner for free
Jamie Vardy may be about to trade in his successful Leicester City story for a Hollywood epic at Wrexham. Just last week, Leicester won the Championship with a 3-0 victory against Preston North End; they had already regained their place in the Premier League within a year of their relegation. Blackburn Rovers defeated Enzo Maresca's […]
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/ 205 days agoWrexham unveils ambitious ideas for massive stadium expansion
In Season 3 of "Welcome to Wrexham," co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney continue their mission to uplift Wrexham AFC. The Hollywood duo now wants to build on the success of the first two seasons. This time, the actors aim to propel the team further, navigating challenges in their pursuit of reaching League One and […]
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/ 207 days agoReynolds and McElhenney purchase stake in Liga MX side Necaxa
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, noteworthy in soccer for their ownership of Wrexham AFC, have added Necaxa to their portfolios. Through their company RR McReynolds, the two North American actors joined an ownership group that features several other noteworthy stars. For example, Eva Longoria is part of Necaxa's current ownership group. According to reports, the […]
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/ 217 days agoOfficial trailer for season 3 of Welcome to Wrexham released
The official trailer for season three of Welcome to Wrexham has finally been released. The latest installment of the hit series follows two incredibly successful seasons. The show has already collected a series of accolades, including five Primetime Emmy Awards. Season three of Welcome to Wrexham was initially scheduled to debut on FX on Thursday, […]
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/ 220 days agoWrexham more popular than every MLS team except Inter Miami
According to Google, Wrexham AFC is more popular than every MLS team in the United States except Inter Miami. The 2024 data is from Google Trends, Google's website that analyzes the popularity of top search queries in Google Search across various regions and languages. Owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, Wrexham AFC […]