Ryan Reynolds has always been in the public eye. The Deadpool star has now become one of the most loved personalities in the soccer universe. The American star bid for Wrexham AFC, a Welsh soccer club along with Rob McElhenney in 2020. Since then, the Welsh soccer side has played really well in the Vanarama National League and cup competitions. Reynolds’ team is currently on a dream run in the FA Cup, where Wrexham almost pulled off a magical win against Sheffield United.
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However, it just wasn’t meant to be. Reynolds’ wife, Blake Lively, shared one of the most heartwarming and loved reactions while the game was on.
Blake Lively thoroughly enjoyed the 3-3 thriller!
Yesterday, the soccer world witnessed one of the most dramatic games of this season. Vanarama National League side, Wrexham faced Sheffield United in the fourth round of the FA Cup. The dramatic six-goal thriller ended with John Egan’s last-minute equalizer. According to the cup rules, this fixture will now have to be replayed for a definite result.
"Ryan came into the dressing room and he was so proud of what he had seen."
Wrexham are the last non-league side left in the FA Cup after securing a replay against Championship side Sheffield United 👏 pic.twitter.com/jmBwCkRAni
— PFF FC (@PFF_FC) January 29, 2023
While the game was on, Blake Lively posted a heart-warming reaction to it on her Instagram. She posted a clip of Ryan Reynolds, holding his head in anxiety. She also wrote, “I bought ESPN+ today. Just to watch my husband experience crippling anxiety live. Worth it”.
Blake Lively shares new Instagram story after spotting husband Ryan Reynolds at the Wrexham vs Sheffield United match:
“I bought ESPN+ today. Just to watch my husband experience crippling anxiety live. Worth it.” pic.twitter.com/5YHpzaLNkN
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) January 30, 2023
Lively also appreciated the fact about how far Wrexham had managed to push through in the cup. Lively continued, “If you’re not watching this insane @wrexham_afc game right now, you’re missing out on these vibes. They’re playing a team 3 leagues higher. And currently winning. Life makes no sense”.
The Welsh soccer side almost won the game. Reynolds’ team was leading 2-1 when Lively posted the Instagram story. The soccer world truly thought that Paul Mullin managed to score the winner in the 86 minute. However, the Blades came crashing back into the game after John Egan equalized in the dying moments.
The fans already love Ryan Reynolds!
Ryan Reynolds has drawn a lot of attention from around the world towards his small soccer club. Even though Wrexham is the third oldest soccer club in the world, nobody really knew about its existence until the takeover. The Welsh soccer side had gradually dropped down the leagues and become irrelevant. Since the takeover, Reynolds has helped stabilize the club financially.
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Ryan Reynolds called up fellow Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney during their FA Cup match against Sheffield United 😂 pic.twitter.com/9M8oMTZHsg
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) January 29, 2023
Ryan Reynolds has also become a fan favorite. Recently, an 11-year-old soccer fan went viral after his tribute to the Deadpool star went viral on social media. The young soccer fan built a version of Wrexham’s racecourse ground stand in Minecraft. Fans from all over the world appreciated the tribute and thanked Reynolds for all his contributions toward helping Wrexham grow.
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