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“Oscars, You’re on Notice Motherf*****s” – Deadpool Hilariously Accepts Welcome To Wrexham’s Emmy Award Instead of Ryan Reynolds; Delivers Funny Speech

Instead of Ryan Reynolds, Deadpool humorously accepts the Emmy Award for 'Welcome to Wrexham' and delivers a hilarious speech.

Abhishek Mishra

January 08, 2024

Deadpool

“Waiting for This Moment for 16 Years”- Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney React as ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ Wins Big at Emmy Awards 2023

Ryan Reynolds fires a unique reaction to 'Welcome to Wrexham', securing a significant victory at the 2023 Emmy Awards.

Abhishek Mishra

January 08, 2024

Wrexham v Notts County – Vanarama National League Wrexham owners, Ryan Reynolds (L) and Rob McElhenney (R) during the Va

Celebrating With Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds Pens 6-Word Message With a Deadpool Twist After Wrexham’s FA Cup Win Against Shrewsbury

Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds had a special message for his team following their FA Cup Triumph as he celebrated alongside his Deadpool co-star.

Saurabh Saket

January 07, 2024

Wrexham v Milton Keynes Dons – Sky Bet League Two – SToK Racecourse Wrexham Co-Owner, Ryan Reynolds (left) and Hugh Jack

“Best Dressing Room on Earth” – Ryan Reynolds Reacts After Paul Mullin’s Screamer Forces Confession From Steven Fletcher

Ryan Reynolds cherishes Wrexham's dressing room equation after seeing Steven Fletcher praise Paul Mullin's masterclass of a free kick goal.

Krishna Prasad M

January 06, 2024

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (14039951ak) Ryan Reynolds ahead of kick-off Wrexham v Milton Key

“Me Too Coach” – Ryan Reynolds’ Partner Sends 5-Word Message to Super Bowl Winning Coach & His Family Who ‘Have Fallen in Love’ With Wrexham AFC

Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham partner shares a five-word message with a veteran Super Bowl-winning coach, expressing his affection for their support.

Abhishek Mishra

January 05, 2024

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (14039951ak) Ryan Reynolds ahead of kick-off Wrexham v Milton Key

Wayne Rooney’s Birmingham City Signing Compared With Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney Becoming Wrexham Owners- “For Them, It Worked”

Micah Richards and Gary Lineker held an emergency episode of their podcast discussing Wayne Rooney's departure from Birmingham City.

Saurabh Saket

January 03, 2024

Wayne Rooney and Ryan Reynolds

Swindon Town vs Wrexham AFC: How to Watch, Expected Lineups, Predictions, Injury News & More For Boxing Day Clash

With Wrexham set to take on Swindon Town in the Boxing Day clash, here's all you need to know about the highly anticipated fixture.

Saurabh Saket

December 24, 2023

Wrexham v Wigan Athletic Carabao Cup Wrexham players applaud their fans after winning the Carabao Cup First Round match

Wrexham AFC vs Colchester United: Expected Starting Lineups, Injuries, Where to Watch, Predictions & More

With Wrexham set to take on Colchester United in their upcoming fixture, here's all you need to know about the highly anticipated clash.

Saurabh Saket

December 15, 2023

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Ryan Reynolds’ Surprise Donation Helps Hospitalized Ex-Wrexham Star Battling For Life

Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds has made a heartwarming gesture with the actor helping cover the medical bills on a former club icon.

Saurabh Saket

December 14, 2023

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (14039951ak) Ryan Reynolds ahead of kick-off Wrexham v Milton Key

“I Was Planning My Funeral” – Classy Ryan Reynolds Intervened After News of Wrexham Star’s Wife’s Brain Tumour

Ryan Reynolds provided a ray of hope after all hope was lost for the Wrexham star and his wife after being diagnosed with a tumor.

Saransh Chauhan

December 13, 2023

Wrexham v Grimsby Town – Vanarama National League Play-Off Semi Final

With Free Agency Shrouded in Secrecy, Shohei Ohtani Offered to Join Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham by Rob McElhenney

With Shohei Ohtani's next move filled with mystery, Wrexham owner Rob McElhenney has offered the star a place in the Welsh side Wrexham.

Saurabh Saket

December 09, 2023

Shohei Ohtani and Ryan Reynolds Wrexham

Ryan Reynolds Sends a Special Message to Christine Sinclair, Citing Potential Wrexham Move – “What I Really Wanted to Do Is Thank You”

Ryan Reynolds has conveyed a special message to Christine Sinclair, subtly referencing the possibility of a prospective move to Wrexham.

Abhishek Mishra

December 02, 2023

Wrexham v Boreham Wood – Vanarama National League – The Racecourse Ground Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds waves in the st

“No Interest in Royalty” – Wrexham’s Paul Mullin Lambasts King Charles’ Club Visit Alongside Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney

Wrexham star Paul Mullin has slammed King Charles' Racecourse visit in his recently released autobiography.

Saurabh Saket

December 01, 2023

Royal visit to Wrexham

Ryan Reynolds Plots Sensational 6-Figure Raid on Wrexham’s Rivals For Saidou Khan

As Wrexham aims to earn another promotion, co-owner Ryan Reynolds eyes to bolster squad by raiding rivals for a sensational transfer target.

Sahil Sharma

November 28, 2023

Mandatory Credit: Photo by LEXY ILSLEY/PPAUK/Shutterstock (12578125av) Ryan Reynolds, Owner of Wrexham during the Nation

Double Blow for Ryan Reynolds? Wrexham as 5 Players Get Sidelined Due to Injury Ahead of Morecambe Match

Despite starting the season off strongly, Wrexham might have to change their plans as injuries are taking a toll on the team.

Adithya Narayanan

November 22, 2023

Vanarama National League Wrexham v York City Ryan Reynolds co-owner of Wrexham arrives ahead of the Vanarama National Le

Criminal Offense Recorded During Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham’s Previous Game as Club Issues?Fresh?Statement

As Wrexham lost their unbeaten run in League Two, the club released an official statement after angry fans indulged in criminal acts.

Sahil Sharma

November 21, 2023

Wrexham v Notts County – Vanarama National League Ryan Reynolds, owner of Wrexham during the Vanarama National League ma

?Sad to Hear This? – Big Departure at Ryan Reynolds? Wrexham Leaves Fans?Crestfallen

Fans express their support to an experienced Wrexham staff after he parts ways with the club without citing a reason.

Ruthu

November 20, 2023

Ryan Reynolds

?Don?t Start Me off?- After Mocking Ryan Reynolds Over Ticket Prices Rival Boss Calls Out Wrexham for Streaming Their 2?0 Victory

The Chairman of Accrington Stanley has expressed his dissatisfaction with Ryan Reynolds for live streaming the Wrexham game internationally.

Saransh Chauhan

November 19, 2023

Vanarama National League Wrexham v York City Ryan Reynolds co-owner of Wrexham arrives ahead of the Vanarama National Le

Accrington Stanley Boss Mocks Ryan Reynolds After Halting Wrexham?s 10-Match Unbeaten Run

Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds was mocked by the owner of Accrington Stanley. after his club halted the Red Dragons' 10-match unbeaten streak.

Anuj Nikhil Virjiani

November 19, 2023

Vanarama National League Wrexham v York City Ryan Reynolds co-owner of Wrexham arrives ahead of the Vanarama National Le

Chelsea Legend in Sync With Ryan Reynolds? 10 Year Prediction as He Lauds Wrexham?s Ambition

Ryan Reynolds' work at Wrexham is not going unnoticed with a former Premier league giving his thoughts on the future of the club.

Adithya Narayanan

November 18, 2023

Wrexham v Boreham Wood – Vanarama National League – The Racecourse Ground Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds waves in the st

Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Slammed for ‘Stupid Mistimed’ Ticket Statement by Rival Chairman Hours Before Game

Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham has been slammed by rival club's chairman after the team released a statement on their ticket prices.

Saurabh Saket

November 18, 2023

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (14039951ak) Ryan Reynolds ahead of kick-off Wrexham v Milton Key

“This Guy Is a Hero”- Ryan Reynolds Reacts As Paul Mullin’s Wrexham Book Gets?a?Release?Date

Wrexham star Paul Mullin gets a release date for his autobiography while Ryan Reynolds highly regards the striker's book.

Prabuddha Basu

November 18, 2023

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (13743710bd) Wrexham Co-Owner Ryan Reynolds pumps his fist toward

After $12 Million Investment, Ryan Reynolds Could Own Wrexham?s Stadium for 92 Years With Date for Votings Set

Ryan Reynolds has received a positive piece of news with the club set to earn the legal binding for the Racecourse Ground.

Saurabh Saket

November 17, 2023

Wrexham v Boreham Wood – Vanarama National League – The Racecourse Ground Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds waves in the st

Asked to F**k Off by Rob McElhenney, Wrexham?s Rival Star Responds to Ryan Reynolds? ?Handsome? Praise

Wrexham might have achieved promotion to League Two but one player from the opposition seems to have caught the eye of the owners.

Adithya Narayanan

November 16, 2023

Wrexham v Notts County – Vanarama National League Wrexham owners, Ryan Reynolds (L) and Rob McElhenney (R) during the Va

Big Headache as Ryan Reynolds Could Be Forced to Rename Wrexham: Here?s Why

Despite Wrexham leading the charts in EFL League Two, tensions arise for Ryan Reynolds, as the club could be forced to change their name.

Sahil Sharma

November 16, 2023

Vanarama National League Wrexham v York City Ryan Reynolds co-owner of Wrexham arrives ahead of the Vanarama National Le

?See You Next Season, Notts?- Ryan Reynolds? Welcome to Wrexham Season Finale Pays Tribute to Rivals for Achieving Promotion

Despite Wrexham leading the charts in EFL League Two, tensions arise for Ryan Reynolds, as the club could be forced to change their name.

Abhishek Mishra

November 16, 2023

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Wrexham AFC

Brief History

Wrexham AFC is one of the oldest clubs in England and plays in the fifth tier of the English football pyramid in the National League. Formed in 1864, they are a club on the rise because of new ownership by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. They are the third oldest soccer professional team in England after Notts County and Stoke City and the oldest club from Wales.

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The club first entered the Combination League in 1890 and won four Combination titles. But after various financial problems, Wrexham lost its place in the league and dropped out of the football league in 2008. Since then, many have come and gone to take the club to greater heights. But Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took up the challenge.

In some of their famous victories, Wrexham beat reigning champions Arsenal in the 1992 FA Cup. The 1984 European Cup Winners' Cup saw them beat Porto.

Wrexham AFC plays its home games at Racecourse Ground; the oldest international stadium in the world. They set the record attendance back in 1957 against Manchester United by welcoming 34445 supporters.

Shareholders of Wrexham AFC

Wrexham AFC is owned by R.R. McReynolds Company, LLC, which is equally owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and McElhenney are the two shareholders of the Welsh club.

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Which league does Wrexham play in?

Wrexham AFC currently plays in the Vanarama National League, which is the 5th-tier league of the English football league. The National League is a semi-professional league and is the lowest division in English football.

Wrexham's highest league position

Wrexham finished 2nd in the 2021-22 National League and missed out on the automatic promotion to EFL League Two. They are currently in the race to finish 1st and earn direct promotion to EFL League Two. However, the highest they reached is the Football League Second Division in 1978, which was the 2nd tier at that time.

Is Wrexham the oldest football club?

No, Wrexham is the 3rd oldest professional football club in the world after being formed in 1864. However, they are the oldest club in Wales.

Is Wrexham in England or Wales?

Wrexham AFC is a professional football club based in Wrexham, Wales. Wales, as a country, is a part of the United Kingdom. Wrexham, playing in the National League, is currently under the authority of the Football Association of Wales. However, top-tier Welsh clubs continue to play in England's English Football League pyramid.

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What does AFC stand for in Wrexham AFC?

Wrexham AFC stands for Wrexham Association Football Club.

Managers

Manager NameManager Reign
Charlie Hewitt1925-29
Jack Baynes1929-31
Ernest Blackburn1932-36
Jimmy Logan?1937-38
Tom Morgan1938-40
Tom Williams1940-49
Les McDowall1949-50
Peter Jackson1950-54
Cliff Lloyd1954-57
John Love1957-59
Billy Morris1960-61
Ken Barnes1961-65
Billy Morris1965-66
Jack Rowley1966-67
Alvan Williams1967-68
John Neal1968-77
Arfon Griffiths1977-81
Mel Sutton1981-82
Bobby Roberts1982-85
Dixie McNeil1985-89
Brian Flynn1989-2001
Denis Smith?2001-07
Brian Carey2007
Brian Little2007-08
Dean Saunders2008-11
Andy Morrell2011-14
Kevin Wilkin2014-15
Gary Mills2015-16
Dean Keates2016-18
Sam Ricketts2018
Graham Barrow2018-19
Bryan Hughes2019
Dean Keates2019-21
Phil Parkinson2021-

Player Roster

Player NameNationalityPosition
Rob LaintonEnglandGoalkeeper
Reece Hall-JohnsonEnglandDefender
Callum McFadzeanScotlandDefender
Ben TozerEnglandDefender
Aaron HaydenEnglandDefender
Jordan TunnicliffeEnglandDefender
Jordan DavisWales?Defender
Luke YoungEnglandMidfielder
Ollie PalmerEnglandForward
Paul MullinEnglandForward
Liam McAlindenIrelandForward
Anthony FordeIrelandDefender
Bryce HosannahEnglandDefender
Sam Dalby?EnglandForward
Jacob MendySpainForward
Andy CannonEnglandMidfielder
Mark HowardEnglandGoalkeeper
Thomas O?ConnorIrelandMidfielder
Kai Calderbank-ParkAustraliaGoalkeeper
Scott ButlerWales?Defender
Ryan AustinWales?Defender
Harry LennonEnglandDefender
Jake BickerstaffEnglandForward
James JonesScotlandMidfielder
Rory WatsonEnglandGoalkeeper
Max CleworthEnglandDefender
Daniel JonesWales?Forward
Aaron James?EnglandDefender
Will MountfieldEnglandMidfielder
Kai EvansWales?Midfielder
Elliot LeeEnglandForward
Daniel DaviesWales?Defender
Louis LloydWales?Forward
David JonesEnglandMidfielder
Jacob MilnerEnglandMidfielder
Owen CushionEnglandDefender
Eoghan O?ConnellIrelandDefender

Major Trophies/Honors

  • Third Division/ League One: Champions 1977-78
  • The Combination: Champions: 1900-01, 1901-02- 1902-03, 1904-05
  • Football League Trophy: 2004-05
  • Fa Trophy: 2012-13
  • Welsh Cup: 23 times

Net Worth of Wrexham AFC

Wrexham AFC is worth more than $2.5 million, the amount Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in 2020. However, their worth is only going to increase from here as they chase promotion to the EFL League Two.

Wrexham AFC's TV Show

After Ryan and Rob bought the club, they started the American sports documentary series, Welcome to Wrexham. It became one of the best tv shows to air and fans cannot get enough of it. The series is inspired by?Sunderland Till I Die.?The Hollywood owners took the camera inside to showcase the work being done, behind the scenes.

Ryan Reynolds' Premier League vision

The vision of Ryan Reynolds is to take the club to greater heights and wants to see the team in the Premier League. According to Marca, he said, "In 10 years' time the plan has and always will be the Premier League. If it's theoretically possible to go from the fifth tier to the Premier League, why wouldn't we try?