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“Get in There Lads” – Hours After $350,000,000 Ryan Reynolds’ Dealt Blow, Wrexham Brushes Past Tranmere Rovers in League Two, Exciting Fans

Fans delighted as hours after Ryan Reynolds received a major setback, Wrexham clinch important win against Tranmere Rovers in League Two.
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Despite Splurge Before Deadline, $350 Million Rich Ryan Reynolds Dealt Severe Blow as $432,000-Rated Target Fails

Wrexham AFC's deadline day transfer for star forward collapsed despite owner Ryan Reynolds bidding $432,000. Here's the scoop of what happened.
Vanarama National League Wrexham v York City Ryan Reynolds co-owner of Wrexham arrives ahead of the Vanarama National Le

Despite 2 Years at Wrexham, Paul Mullin Ditches Ryan Reynolds’ Side for Rivals Describing the Best Goal of His Career

In a recent interview, Wrexham's star striker Paul Mullins gave a surprising statement when he was asked about the best goal in his career.
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Ryan Reynolds Rejoices As He Welcomes Wrexham’s New $380,000 Rated Signing, Just Days After Heartbreak at the English Cup

Ryan Reynolds has warmly welcomed the latest signing of Wrexham just days after a disappointing turn of events in the English Cup.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (13743710bd) Wrexham Co-Owner Ryan Reynolds pumps his fist toward

Recovering From Punctured Lung, Liverpool Fan & Wrexham Star Paul Mullin Admits Idolizing Fernando Torres in Childhood

Phil Mullin talks about his idol Fernando Torres, and how he used to go to the stadium and study the game of the Liverpool legend.
Fernando Torres and Paul Mullin

Hours Before Deadline, $350,000,000 Rich Ryan Reynolds Breaks the Bank for Wrexham as 4 Stars Near Transfer

Hours prior to deadline day, $350 million rich Ryan Reynolds went for a generous investment in Wrexham as four star players near transfer.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (14039951ak) Ryan Reynolds ahead of kick-off Wrexham v Milton Key

Compared With UEFA POTY Erling Haaland, Wrexham’s Paul Mullin Shrugs Off Comparisons With a Laugh

Paul Mullin responds to his "non-league Haaland" nickname in a recent interview as he laughs off comparisons to the UEFA POTY Manhester City striker.
Wrexham star paul Mullin and Erling Haaland

After a Dreadful Start to the Season Marred by Injuries, Wrexham Boss Rejoices at Roster’s Positive Update as They Eye Another Promotion

Wrexham boss seemed to be in relief with injured star players from the roaster coming for the squad after a dreadful start to season.
Phil Parkinson File Photo File photo dated 07-02-2023 of Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson who has his mind set on ending 1

“They Had to Bring” – Days After Drawing Against Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham, Rival Team’s Boss Tears $3,100,000,000 Premier League Giants to Shreds

AFC Wimbledon's manager, despite the team's loss in their previous fixture, was happy with how his team performed despite the tough opposition.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (13743710bd) Wrexham Co-Owner Ryan Reynolds pumps his fist toward

“Serious and Exciting Gig” – Ex-Manchester United Star Eager to Join Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham, Replacing Phil Parkinson

Manchester United's former striker Dwight Yorke does not mind joining Wrexham AFC if given an opportunity. He feels it will be exciting.
Wrexham owner Ryan Reynolds and manager Phil Parkinson

As Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney Gives North Wales a $1,270,940,000 Boost, Tourism Boss Calls to ‘Capitalise on the Fairytale Success of Wrexham’

North Wales chief executive for tourism praises Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney for boosting tourism after their Wrexham takeover.
Wrexham v Notts County – Vanarama National League Wrexham owners, Ryan Reynolds (L) and Rob McElhenney (R) during the Va

Hours After Ryan Reynolds’ 2nd Bid, $487,000 Star Agrees ‘Personal Terms’ With Wrexham

A $487,000-worth star agreed to 'personal terms' with Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham just hours after the Welsh soccer club's second bid.
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Paul Greenwood/Shutterstock (14039951ak) Ryan Reynolds ahead of kick-off Wrexham v Milton Key

About Wrexham AFC

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?