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FA Cup

/ 581 days ago

Everyone can’t stop talking about Wrexham, even The Athletic

It seems that everyone can't stop talking about Wrexham, even MLS’s favorite publication The Athletic. Writer Pablo Maurer asked Wrexham advisor to the board Shaun Harvey why soccer fans would prefer an FA Cup match with Wrexham over an MLS one. “It’s flattering from our perspective,” said Harvey. “It’s because it isn’t usual. It isn’t […]

ESPN+

/ 582 days ago

Wrexham FA Cup replay added to ESPN2 vs Sheffield United

The magical Wrexham FA Cup run continues to enthrall soccer fans in the United States. And the hype of everyone's new favorite Welsh side has led to next week's Wrexham FA Cup replay airing on ESPN2, as well as ESPN+. The move to the big cable network comes after the initial FA Cup 4th Round […]
/ 583 days ago

Wrexham is America’s biggest soccer story right now

Why discuss why Wrexham AFC is snowballing in the USA, what Warner Bros is doing different with their US Women’s coverage, as well as discussing our thoughts on the European Super League, whether it’s more likely now and if we should feel sorry for the big clubs in Spain and Italy who can’t compete with […]

ESPN

/ 584 days ago

Interest in Wrexham-Sheff Utd FA Cup game peaks on ESPN

Despite being in the English football league system, Wrexham is becoming must-watch TV for soccer fans in the United States. The Red Dragons currently play in the fifth-tiered National League in England's soccer setup. However, thanks to Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, and the popularity of Welcome to Wrexham, the team is being […]

FA Cup

/ 586 days ago

FA Cup 5th Round Draw offers prospect of Wrexham vs Spurs

Drumroll, please. The FA Cup 5th Round Draw has been made, and it has conjured up some very intriguing games including the prospect of either Wrexham or Sheffield United facing Tottenham Hotspur. Six of the games in the FA Cup 4th Round ended in draws, so replays are required to determine the final teams advancing […]

Wrexham

/ 587 days ago

Wrexham helping to grow the reach of soccer in the USA

When hit TV series Welcome to Wrexham premiered in the fall of 2022, few could have predicted that the show would help grow the popularity of soccer across the United States. But indeed it has, as well as creating a passionate fanbase of Wrexham supporters throughout North America. So, what measurable impact has Wrexham had […]

ESPN

/ 588 days ago

Wrexham to appear on ESPN SportsCenter and NFL Countdown

Wrexham fever is spreading across the United States in anticipation of Sunday's FA Cup game against Sheffield United. So much so that Wrexham will be on ESPN SportsCenter. There's no doubt that American soccer fans find Wrexham compelling, but ESPN plans to amp up the excitement Sunday with wall-to-wall coverage. Beginning Sunday at 9AM, ESPN's […]

ESPN

/ 590 days ago

ESPN's Wrexham FA Cup game to feature star talent

ESPN is pulling out all the stops for this weekend's Wrexham FA Cup game. The Red Dragons host Sheffield United of the Championship in the FA Cup Fourth Round at the Racecourse Ground this Sunday at 11:30 AM ET. The game airs live on ESPN+. The rising Welsh club has had its share of memorable […]

Stadiums

/ 604 days ago

Wrexham demolish The Kop to make way for new stand

Wrexham A.F.C have started demolishing part of their famous Racecourse Ground stadium. The Kop is set to be replaced with new seating and will add around 5,500 seats to the capacity. Plans to update the arena were previously approved back in November. Games still selling out despite renovation Even though demolition is on going, Wrexham […]

FA Cup

/ 609 days ago

Wrexham scores biggest FA Cup upset of 3rd Round

Non-league Wrexham stunned Coventry City on Saturday to advance to the fourth round of the FA Cup. The enthralling match was undoubtedly the biggest FA Cup shock of the weekend. Despite scoring four goals in the game, Wrexham only narrowly claimed the victory. Prior to the match, Ollie Palmer ruffled some feathers when he suggested […]

ESPN+

/ 611 days ago

Wrexham popularity boosts ESPN viewership in USA

The growing popularity of Wrexham AFC in the United States is boosting ESPN's viewing numbers for the FA Cup. The fifth-tier Welsh side has risen to global relevance thanks to the 2020 takeover by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney and the "Welcome to Wrexham" FX TV series following the club. Viewership for the […]

National League

/ 623 days ago

Proposal for 3 Vanarama National League promotion places

The EFL is set to offer three promotional places to the National League as Chairman Rick Parry’s contribution to the financial reset plans. The Daily Mail reports the EFL acknowledges this so called ‘New Deal for Football’ citing their responsibility to assist clubs down the pyramid. Thus, an additional promotion place to the National League […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 629 days ago

Wrexham to play MLS teams in summer 2023 tour

Wrexham A.F.C. co-owner Rob McElhenney recently proclaimed that he wanted the club to become 'America's team.' As a guest on The Town with Matthew Belloni podcast, the actor said that there's a big opportunity for the Welsh club Stateside. “One of my intentions is to make Wrexham ‘America’s team.’ I don’t know why we couldn’t […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 630 days ago

Wrexham to play MLS teams in summer 2023 tour

Wrexham A.F.C. co-owner Rob McElhenney recently proclaimed that he wanted the club to become 'America's team.' As a guest on The Town with Matthew Belloni podcast, the actor said that there's a big opportunity for the Welsh club Stateside. “One of my intentions is to make Wrexham ‘America’s team.’ I don’t know why we couldn’t […]

United States

/ 633 days ago

Wrexham aim to be America’s soccer team, says McElhenney

Wrexham A.F.C. co-owner Rob McElhenney recently went on a podcast to talk about all things soccer. Matthew Belloni, host of a popular podcast called The Town with Matthew Belloni, spoke with the actor for around 30 minutes. Among the topics they discussed, McElhenney claimed he wants the Welsh club to become 'America's team.' "One of […]