ALL POSTS TAGGED "Wrexham" - Page 8
Leagues: EPL
/ 616 days agoMan United plan preseason US tour, could face Wrexham
Manchester United will be playing preseason matches in the United States this summer. The Red Devils announced the American tour on Wednesday, but would not reveal potential opposition. However, the team's official statement on the news claimed that United will play a "series of games" throughout "various cities" Stateside. It will be the first time […]
Wrexham
/ 622 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 […]
Chelsea
/ 633 days agoMan United and Chelsea planning US tour for preseason games
Chelsea and Man United are in the planning stages of tours to the United States to play preseason friendlies this summer, sources told World Soccer Talk. Multiple sources have told World Soccer Talk that Chelsea are likely to train in a location near the eastern coast of the United States, possibly in North Carolina, and […]
National League
/ 638 days agoWrexham, Notts County on course to break records in title race
England's National League is in the middle of a record season thanks to the top two clubs in the division, Notts County and Wrexham. Currently first and second in the league, both are on an incredible season so far. After 33 games, league-leaders Notts County have racked up an impressive 80 points. In two fewer, […]
ESPN
/ 651 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 […]
FA Cup
/ 652 days agoSheffield Utd eliminates Wrexham from FA Cup in stoppage time
Sheffield United advanced to the fifth round of the FA Cup after beating Wrexham, 3-1, at Bramall Lane on Tuesday. The match was a replay following a thrilling 3-3 draw last week. The hosts dominated play in the early parts of the opening period. Wrexham nearly gave away a sure goal in the 29th minute […]
Wrexham
/ 653 days agoThe Wrexham AFC story: America's new fascination
Wrexham AFC, a Welsh club in the fifth tier of the English league system, has vaulted into the consciousness of the soccer world over the past two years. To help tell their story, we spoke with soccer commentator (and lifelong Wrexham supporter) Bryn Law to learn more about the Wrexham AFC story. After being purchased […]
FA Cup
/ 655 days agoEveryone 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+
/ 656 days agoWrexham 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 […]
NEWS
/ 657 days agoWrexham 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
/ 659 days agoInterest 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
/ 660 days agoFA 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
/ 662 days agoWrexham 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
/ 663 days agoWrexham 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
/ 664 days agoESPN'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 […]