Actor Ryan Reynolds’ co-owned team, Wrexham, secured promotion to the third tier of English soccer with a 6-0 victory over Forest Green. This achievement marks back-to-back promotions for the Welsh club since Reynolds and fellow actor Rob McElhenney invested in the team, putting them just two tiers away from the Premier League. In order to secure automatic promotion, Wrexham needed to win against Forest Green and also rely on MK Dons and Barrow dropping points in their matches.
The team’s dominant performance against Forest Green, where they were 4-0 up at halftime, coupled with MK Dons’ loss to Mansfield and Barrow’s defeat to Gillingham, sealed the deal for Wrexham. This led to mass celebrations among fans, who disregarded pre-game warnings by running onto the field after the final whistle. Wrexham currently sits in second place in League Two, four points behind Stockport, who also secured promotion on the same day. With the top three teams earning automatic promotion to League One, Wrexham’s advancement is now assured.
Reynolds and McElhenney purchased Wrexham for $2.5 million in 2021, a move that thrust the previously lesser-known club into the limelight. Last season, Wrexham won the National League title, allowing them to re-enter the English Football League after a 15-year absence. The team’s remarkable journey has been documented in the show “Welcome to Wrexham,” providing fans and viewers with an inside look at the club’s resurgence under the ownership of the Hollywood duo.
Social media was abuzz with reactions to Wrexham’s promotion, with fans and onlookers sharing their excitement and congratulatory messages for the team. The accomplishment of securing back-to-back promotions highlights Wrexham’s strong performance and determination, solidifying their position as a rising force in English soccer. Moving forward, Wrexham will aim to continue their momentum and strive for further success as they edge closer to the ultimate goal of competing in the higher levels of the English football pyramid. With a dedicated fanbase and newfound visibility, Wrexham’s future looks bright as they continue to make strides in their sporting journey.
