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/ 854 days agoWrexham to build temporary stand similar to Inter Miami
Wrexham has announced that they are constructing a temporary stand at the Kop end of Racecourse Ground stadium. The stand will have a capacity of 2,289 and is set to properly accommodate 20 wheelchairs as well. Construction will begin this week. The club is planning on the new stand being completed before Christmas. Wrexham is […]

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/ 912 days agoWelcome to Wrexham takes crown as best-ever soccer series
When Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney bought Wrexham FC in 2021, nobody could have quite anticipated the impact the new owners would have on reviving a football club and the town it calls home. The club’s fortunes have ebbed and flowed under the new ownership but its brand has never been stronger thanks in large […]

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/ 917 days agoWrexham Women: Gemma Owen Interview
In this podcast episode, World Soccer Talk conducts an interview with Gemma Owen, the director of the Wrexham AFC Women operations. Much like the men's side, the Wrexham Women's team has undergone considerable change since American investors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over at the club. Not only has Wrexham Women earned promotion to […]

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/ 938 days agoNew Yorker plays key role in filming Welcome to Wrexham series
New Yorker Miloš Balac is one of the filmmakers who's responsible for the magic of the Welcome to Wrexham series. From the heartfelt interviews with Wrexham supporters, or the incredible storytelling that goes into the series, Welcome to Wrexham is a joy to watch. It's an incredible piece of television that has been nominated for […]

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/ 939 days agoWelcome to Wrexham season 2: Humphrey Ker interview
Our exclusive interview with Wrexham AFC Club Executive Director Humphrey Ker shines a light on several fascinating topics involving the global phenomenon that is Wrexham Association Football Club. Ker, who is responsible for turning Rob McElhenney into a soccer fan and ultimately into becoming co-owner of Wrexham alongside Ryan Reynolds, answers questions about who is […]

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/ 953 days agoUnited States of Wrexham: Observing the phenomenon in person
Last week, I went on assignment to North Wales to get a first-hand glimpse of what the United States of Wrexham phenomenon is like in person. As fate would have it, the Wrexham match I attended was the stunning 5-5 draw against Swindon Town. That comeback draw was certainly an eyeopener, but it was only […]

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/ 960 days agoWrexham hero Ben Foster retires after four League Two games
Ben Foster, the goalkeeper who played heroics last season in the Conference League, announced his retirement from professional soccer. This comes after just four appearances in Wrexham's fledgling 2023/24 season. The Red Dragons returned to the English Football League after a historic run at automatic promotion last campaign to League Two. Ben Foster revealed his […]

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/ 971 days agoWelcome to Wrexham season 2 trailer released: Video
After a wildly successful first season, the trailer for the highly anticipated Welcome to Wrexham season 2 is now out. Set to a choral version of The Four Seasons' "Can't Take My Eyes Off You," the trailer sets the tone for what looks to be another captivating season of the documentary series. Featuring plenty of […]

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/ 977 days agoWhen is Welcome to Wrexham season two coming out?
Cable network FX has officially announced the release date of season two of Welcome to Wrexham. The hit series is coming off six Emmy nominations for its freshman season. This includes Outstanding Unstructured Reality Series and Outstanding Cinematography for Reality Program. The show has already collected multiple Critics’ Choice awards for best sports documentary and […]

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/ 991 days agoWelcome to Wrexham season two set for September debut
FX has finally announced an upcoming date for the season two premiere of Welcome to Wrexham. The hit series is set to debut its sophomore season on Tuesday, September 12th at 10 p.m. ET. FX is the exclusive home of the show on broadcasting nights here in the United States. However, fans of the soccer […]

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/ 1076 days agoWrexham's Turf Pub is a must-visit for American fans
Wrexham mania doesn't seem to be slowing at all just yet. The Welsh club's matches have become essentially must-watch TV for many Americans. After all, the team has had an incredible 2022/23 campaign under the ownership of Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Wrexham claimed the National League title and will now compete in […]

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/ 1099 days agoTed Lasso or Welcome to Wrexham: Which one is better?
Ted Lasso and Welcome to Wrexham changed the way soccer fans watch the sport. The former made fans by presenting a fictional club in the world of British soccer; while the latter introduced fans to a once-great Welsh soccer team battling to return to glory. American soccer fans went wild for Ted Lasso and Welcome […]

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/ 1107 days agoWrexham vs Man United tickets now available for July game
Wrexham versus Man United tickets are now available as part of each club's summer tour in 2023. Wrexham announced the friendly game is taking place at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, CA, the home of the San Diego Wave in NWSL. The stadium also houses the San Diego State University football team. This high-profile clash […]

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/ 1124 days agoWrexham free tickets campaign hits 4,000 seats provided
In a historic campaign at the Racecourse ground, Wrexham has been providing free tickets throughout the season. With so many games played in the National League and Wrexham's FA Cup run, the voluntarily missed revenue exceeds $100,000 for the fifth-tier club, according to The Athletic. This season, Wrexham launched its ticket promotional program called 'Racecourse […]

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/ 1153 days agoWrexham popularity surges after FA Cup success story
Wrexham A.F.C. has experienced a boom in attention since the club was bought by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in late 2020. The FX docuseries Welcome to Wrexham also helped bring the story of the relatively small Welsh team to light. Despite currently playing in the fifth tier of English soccer, Wrexham games […]