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Ryan Reynolds’ $2.5 Million Wrexham Made a Humongous 6-Figure in Less Than 2 Months Thanks to Their Hollywood Owners

Ryan Reynolds’ $2.5 Million Wrexham has made an ashtonishing 6-figure sum in less than 2 months thanks to their Hollywood owners.
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“Taken Too Soon, RIP” – Wrexham Fans in Mourning Over Saddening Loss of Life-Long Supporter of Ryan Reynolds’ Welsh Club

Soccer world is mourning over the saddening loss of a Wrexham fan, who was a life-long supporter of Ryan Reynolds’ Welsh club.
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“Your Money Has to Be on…” – Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Predicted to Go the Distance as They Sit on Top of the National League Standings

Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham AFC's iconic legend has made a huge prediction in the National League title race with ten games to go. Read more here.
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“If He Can Do It, I Can Do It!” – Creed Superstar Michael B. Jordan Divulges Ryan Reynolds’ Role in His Investment in $141 Million Bournemouth

Actor Michael B Jordan recently revealed how Ryan Reynolds influenced in his $141 million investment into Bournemouth Soccer Club.
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“Cheek Twice the Size It Should Be” – Ryan Reynolds’ Hollywood Exposure at Wrexham Claimed to Have Played a Role in Paul Mullin Facing Horror Tackles

Wrexham AFC coach talked about the effect of Ryan Reynolds' stardom brought to the safety of star player Paul Mullin after the FA Cup.
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“English Leagues Here We Come” – Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Extends Lead in National League Standings as They Eye Promotion, Fans React

Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham AFC has won again and edges closer to the National League title as fans react to a priceless victory in a crucial game.
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Ryan Reynolds’ $2.5 Million Worth Wrexham Goes Global as Biggest Game Against Championship Rivals Set to Be Televised

Great moment for Ryan Reynolds' $2.5 Million Wrexham goes global as important clash against championship rivals set to be televised live.
Wrexham v Grimsby Town – Vanarama National League Play-Off Semi Final

Ryan Reynolds’ Visit ‘Referred’ as a ‘F**king Disgrace’ by Wrexham Staff Was Hilariously Agreed by Rob McElhenney

Wrexham owner's visit got termed 'Fu**king disgrace' in an episode of the club's documentary series which was then agreed by the co-owner.
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“We Win Together..” – Ryan Reynolds Comes in Support of Wrexham Star Following Massive Blunder Costing 2 Points

Ryan Reynolds expressed his support for a Wrexham player following a big mistake that cost them 2 points in their recent match.
Wrexham v Grimsby Town – Vanarama National League Play-Off Semi Final

“Taken the League” – Ryan Reynolds and Wrexham Co-owner Rob Go Berserk After Team’s ‘First Title in History’

Wrexham's owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney join hands in congratulating the Wrexham women's team on achieving a historic feat.
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Deadpool Superstar Ryan Reynolds Bosses New Wrexham Merchandise With a 4-Word Reaction

The rise of Wrexham AFC is incredible as Ryan Reynolds dons new merchandise for the club that will hit the markets as soon as possible.
Football – 2022 / 2023 Emirates FA Cup – Rounbd Four – Wrexham vs Sheffield United – RacecourseGround – Sunday 29th Janu

“God Awful, We Can’t Even” – Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham Squander Massive Chance to Maintain Lead in National League Standings Leaving Fans in Disbelief

Wrexham AFC dropped two crucial points in the last minute of regulation time drawing disappointing reactions from fans. Read more here.

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?