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Doubled the Net Worth After Billion Dollar Deal, Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Decision Could Raise $150,000 for a Noble Cause
Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham AFC will be in the middle of another charity on its US tour this month against Chelsea. Read more here.
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Wrexham and Manchester United set for crossover as Channing Tatum will be playing a cameo in Ryan Reynolds' movie, Deadpool 3.
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Survived 1958 Air Disaster That Cost 23 Lives, 82-Year-Old Wrexham Icon Receives Accolades From 68 Years Ago With Manchester United Following Major Rule Change
After a major rule change by the EFL, a Wrexham and Manchester United icon is given his due for his stint more than 68 years ago.
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“Such an Exciting Journey” – Exactly 2 Years After Appointment, Wrexham Boss Divulges on ‘Memorable Moments’ Before Ending 15-Year Exile
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“See No Reason They Can’t” – Wrexham Backed To Reach Premier League at a Rapid Pace As Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney ‘Stay Engaged’
Wrexham is projected to make rapid progress and achieve Premier League status if Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney continue to remain involved.
Following Major Sponsorship Deal, Wrexham’s 158-Year-Old Racecourse Ground’s Popular Stand Set To Be Renamed
As a result of a sponsorship agreement, the well-known stand at the historic Racecourse Ground of Wrexham, will undergo a name change.
“We Will Be the One” – After Wrexham’s Gained Historic Promotion, Former Rivals Chesterfield Poised to End 5-Year Exile
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“I’m Used to It” – After $218 Million Investment Alongside Ryan Reynolds, Wrexham Co-owner Rob McElhenney Hilariously Calls Out Michael B. Jordan’s Omission in Headline
Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney recently took a hilarious call on his partner Ryan Reynolds after Michael B. Jordan's headline ommision.
“They Stood Up and Kept the Club Going” – Ex-Wrexham Boss Lauds Fans’ Heroic Campaign in Collecting $100,000 in 7 Hours to Rescue Club From Extinction
Former Wrexham boss lauds the Red Dragons' fans for their heartwarming gesture back in 2011 that saved the Welsh soccer club from extinction.
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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Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney stand with Wrexham's Ben Tozer (left) and Torquay United's Armani Little (right) during a minute silent for remembrance before the Vanarama National League match at the Racecourse Ground, Wrexham. Picture date: Saturday October 30, 2021. (Photo by Peter Byrne/PA Images via Getty Images)
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 Name | Manager Reign |
| Charlie Hewitt | 1925-29 |
| Jack Baynes | 1929-31 |
| Ernest Blackburn | 1932-36 |
| Jimmy Logan | 1937-38 |
| Tom Morgan | 1938-40 |
| Tom Williams | 1940-49 |
| Les McDowall | 1949-50 |
| Peter Jackson | 1950-54 |
| Cliff Lloyd | 1954-57 |
| John Love | 1957-59 |
| Billy Morris | 1960-61 |
| Ken Barnes | 1961-65 |
| Billy Morris | 1965-66 |
| Jack Rowley | 1966-67 |
| Alvan Williams | 1967-68 |
| John Neal | 1968-77 |
| Arfon Griffiths | 1977-81 |
| Mel Sutton | 1981-82 |
| Bobby Roberts | 1982-85 |
| Dixie McNeil | 1985-89 |
| Brian Flynn | 1989-2001 |
| Denis Smith | 2001-07 |
| Brian Carey | 2007 |
| Brian Little | 2007-08 |
| Dean Saunders | 2008-11 |
| Andy Morrell | 2011-14 |
| Kevin Wilkin | 2014-15 |
| Gary Mills | 2015-16 |
| Dean Keates | 2016-18 |
| Sam Ricketts | 2018 |
| Graham Barrow | 2018-19 |
| Bryan Hughes | 2019 |
| Dean Keates | 2019-21 |
| Phil Parkinson | 2021- |
Player Roster
| Player Name | Nationality | Position |
| Rob Lainton | England | Goalkeeper |
| Reece Hall-Johnson | England | Defender |
| Callum McFadzean | Scotland | Defender |
| Ben Tozer | England | Defender |
| Aaron Hayden | England | Defender |
| Jordan Tunnicliffe | England | Defender |
| Jordan Davis | Wales | Defender |
| Luke Young | England | Midfielder |
| Ollie Palmer | England | Forward |
| Paul Mullin | England | Forward |
| Liam McAlinden | Ireland | Forward |
| Anthony Forde | Ireland | Defender |
| Bryce Hosannah | England | Defender |
| Sam Dalby | England | Forward |
| Jacob Mendy | Spain | Forward |
| Andy Cannon | England | Midfielder |
| Mark Howard | England | Goalkeeper |
| Thomas O’Connor | Ireland | Midfielder |
| Kai Calderbank-Park | Australia | Goalkeeper |
| Scott Butler | Wales | Defender |
| Ryan Austin | Wales | Defender |
| Harry Lennon | England | Defender |
| Jake Bickerstaff | England | Forward |
| James Jones | Scotland | Midfielder |
| Rory Watson | England | Goalkeeper |
| Max Cleworth | England | Defender |
| Daniel Jones | Wales | Forward |
| Aaron James | England | Defender |
| Will Mountfield | England | Midfielder |
| Kai Evans | Wales | Midfielder |
| Elliot Lee | England | Forward |
| Daniel Davies | Wales | Defender |
| Louis Lloyd | Wales | Forward |
| David Jones | England | Midfielder |
| Jacob Milner | England | Midfielder |
| Owen Cushion | England | Defender |
| Eoghan O’Connell | Ireland | Defender |
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?
