It’s not every day that a Hollywood A-lister takes over a small-time soccer club. But that’s exactly what Ryan Reynolds did when he and Rob McElhenney purchased the world’s third-oldest soccer club, Wrexham AFC back in 2021.

The club, which plays in the fifth division of English soccer, was struggling in the table before Reynolds’ takeover. But under the new ownership, the team has risen to the top of the standings and is now eyeing promotion to the fourth division.

Ryan Reynolds divulges on owning the club

In a recent interview with ESPN, the Deadpool star divulged what it meant to him to own the $2.5 million club.“I genuinely get choked up thinking about that right now because it says everything to me,” Reynolds said.

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“It speaks to the hope that they had, it speaks to the trust that they’ve placed in us – to take care of this incredibly cherished club that is an institution in this town and something that has been a big part of their lives for over 150 years.”

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It is clear that the club means a lot to Reynolds, and he is clearly dedicated to seeing it succeed. With his Hollywood star power and business acumen, there is no doubt that Wrexham AFC is in good hands.

Reynolds Wrexham’s next big challenge

On Sunday, the 14th of January, Wrexham will face their biggest challenge yet when they take on Sheffield United in the FA Cup. Wrexham made headlines around the world when they defeated Coventry City in the previous round of the FA Cup. It was a huge upset, as Wrexham is a team in the fifth division and Coventry plays three divisions higher.

This was a great achievement for the club, and they are now the lowest-ranked team left in the competition. However, Sheffield United will provide a much tougher test for Reynolds and his team. The Blades are currently second in the EFL Championship and will be looking to progress to the fifth round of the FA Cup.

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We will have to wait and see what happens on Sunday, but one thing is for sure – it will be a fascinating match to watch. What are your thoughts on Wrexham? Will they be able to pull off another shock? Let us know in the comments.