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Wrexham AFC is undergoing a change in their season’s momentum following a five-game winning streak across various competitions. The Welsh side is achieving results of the fortunes that Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have brought to the club over the years. On this note, the head coach highly commended the owners for maintaining a positive atmosphere around the club, following an emphatic win against David Beckham’s side.

The Red Dragons salvaged their crucial sixth win in League Two during the closing moments of the game. Wrexham boss expressed confidence in the team’s ability to stage an impressive comeback, sighting a strong character within the squad. Furthermore, the 55-year-old boss emphasized the positive attributes that have manifested in their performances this season.

What did Robin’s coach remark about the club owners?

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The Hollywood star has actively worked for the development after acquiring Wrexham for $2.5 million. Wrexham has achieved unprecedented success both on and off the field as Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney made substantial investments that also contributed to the growth of the Welsh club.

Phil Parkinson highlighted their qualification in League Two after 15 years of exile, as a testament to the owner’s diligent efforts to secure good fortunes within two years of acquisition. Wrexham’s manager regarded in talkSPORT, “The feel-good factor in the town is just incredible. Wrexham for 15 years had nothing. They are 15 years out of the league. No money in the club. The club got kind of really hanging on just for survival.”

He further added about the presence of both the owners lifting the whole team and area up. Mentioning the subtle success that was there with the promotion, he admired the great moment to be a part of such a stable club, allowing only growth to flow in.

The Robins laid out a tremendous performance against Salford City to extend their winning streak in the league. However, the league fixture took a thrilling twist with a nail-biting conclusion that ultimately favored Wrexham with the final whistle of the game.

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Wrexham made an outstanding performance against Salford City

The National League champions ascended to the fifth position in League Two after their 3-2 triumph against Beckham’s side while Wrexham is just three points behind the league leaders, Stockport FC. Despite spirited efforts, Reynold’s side were two goals down after the 36 minute against Salford City.

Apparently, Elliot Lee notched his 8 goal of the season in the 39 minute, revitalizing Wrexham and bringing it back to the game. The match dragged past the 88 minute when Steven Fletcher netted the equalizing goal. Phil Parkinson’s masterstroke to inject fresh legs in the dying minutes proved instrumental in securing the victory.

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Wrexham’s substitute Jordan Davies bagged the decisive goal in the 89 minute to solidify their position in League Two. With that, how do you feel about the recent success of Wrexham AFC? And the role their owners seem to be playing in the achievement? Comment and let us know.

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