Wrexham’s unbeaten streak came to an end with a 3-1 loss to Birmingham City. With the defeat, controversy arose when Wrexham’s striker Paul Mullin was accused of attempting to bite an opponent during a heated clash. The incident sparked demands for sanctions, while Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds made light of the situation with his characteristic tongue-in-cheek humor.

The match, referred to as the ‘Hollywood Derby’ due to both clubs’ ownership by high-profile sports figures, offered a rollercoaster of entertainment both on and off the pitch. Celebrities such as David Beckham and Tom Brady were spotted in the directors’ box.

Wrexham entered the match in excellent form, having produced strong performances at the start of the season. However, a strong Birmingham City team dashed their hopes of remaining undefeated.

Wrexham’s Jack Marriott scored the match’s first goal, but soon after, Jay Stansfield scored two brilliant goals for the home side to put the Blues ahead. A superb goal from Tomoki Iwata then sealed the victory for Birmingham, although Krystian Bielik’s late red card added further drama to the evening.

However, it wasn’t just the goals and cards that had everyone talking. A confrontation between Mullin and Alex Cochrane heated up the match, leading to an unexpected moment. During a tangle on the ground, Mullin appeared to lean toward Cochrane’s leg in a way that social media quickly interpreted as an attempt to bite him. Video clips spread rapidly across various platforms.

Paul Mullin’s response to the biting incident

Mullin’s alleged attempt to bite Birmingham City defender Alex Cochrane during the match overshadowed Wrexham’s first defeat of the season. The striker later addressed the incident on social media, claiming it was a misunderstanding while jokingly suggesting Cochrane’s leg was thinking the same! “I know what it looks like.. but it didn’t happen. Although you can tell his leg was thinking about attacking my mouth,” stated Mullin.

Reynolds, known for his comedic approach online, commented on the incident with a one-word post: “Welshpool,” along with laughing emojis and crossed swords. The comment, referencing a town in Wales, received mixed responses from fans, with some finding it entertaining and others criticizing Mullin’s actions.

Despite the loss and the controversy, the Dragons remain at the top of the table. However, their main concern will now be addressing the incident and ensuring it doesn’t affect their upcoming matches.

As Wrexham’s controversy unfolds, it’s clear that the club isn’t just making headlines for their performances on the pitch. Incidents like this are adding to the drama surrounding the club, whose rise under the ownership of Reynolds and Rob McElhenney has become one of the most talked-about narratives in football.