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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s Wrexham vs Notts County: The Battle for National League Title, Automatic Promotion and Golden Boot Race Featuring Paul Mullin

The title race between Wrexham AFC and Notts County heads to the wire as we look into their fixtures, form and the race for golden boot.
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Ryan Reynolds’ $265K Wrexham Superstar Paul Mullin Under ‘Serious Consideration’ to Break 15-Year Drought

Wrexham AFC superstar forward is in contention to break National League's 15-year drought for Wales international selection. Read more here.
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2 Years After Buying Wrexham, Ryan Reynolds’ $1.3 Billion Move Connects Him to a Major European Club Worth $4.2 Billion

After a successful start at Wrexham AFC, Ryan Reynolds is now connected through a major soccer club after a $1.3 billion deal.
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“This Sunday LFG” – Days After Bagging $1.3 Billion Deal, Ryan Reynolds Celebrates Another Milestone as Wrexham Eyes Huge Record

Just days after bagging $1.3 billion deal, Ryan Reynolds celebrates another milestone as Wrexham ladies create another record.
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Wrexham Owner Ryan Reynolds’ Net Worth Boosting Deal Hilariously Received a ‘Last-Minute Bid’ From His Mom – “So Happy T-Mobile Beat Out…”

The incredible Ryan Reynolds recently received a lot of money from his Mint Mobile deal. But, did his mother attempt to hijack the deal?!
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Despite Calling Soccer ‘Least Talented Sport’, Dana White Couldn’t Stop Himself From Asking Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Superstars ‘For a Photo’ During UFC 286

Despite calling soccer a least talented sport, Dana White couldn’t stop himself from asking Wrexham superstars for a Photo during UFC 286.
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“Out in Force to Support Leon Edwards” – Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Co-owner and Fans Left in Awe as Town Superstars Witness ‘Rocky’ and Justin Gaethje’s UFC 286 Win

Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham co-owner and fans were left in awe as clubs' star players witnessed Rocky and Justin Gaethje’s UFC 286 Win.
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“Feel Promotion Right Around the Corner” – Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Brush Past Bromley, as Archnemesis Notts County Drop Points, Extending Lead in National League Standings, Fans React

The lead for Wrexham increases as Ryan Reynolds' club is on the brink of promotion after their latest victory in the National League.
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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?