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The preparations for the pre-season continue in full swing for Wrexham AFC. After losing the opening game and clinching a win in the second against Chelsea and LA Galaxy II respectively, the Welsh side went to play yet another curial match. This time, against Manchester United. And the good news is that they managed to win it, but eventually, it came with a huge blow. 

Likewise, the match came with a lot of ups and downs. While they managed to thrash Erik Ten Hag’s side 3-1, right from the start, an unfortunate incident took place. A strong collision resulted in the medics having to assist Paul Mullin in leaving the field. In the meantime, instead of celebrating the win, Reynolds was busy thinking about Mullin.

Ryan Reynolds reacts to Paul Mullin’s injury

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Soccer fans might have different opinions on Wrexham’s win against Manchester United, but it was well-earned. The win definitely gives the newly promoted League Two side a much-needed boost before the new soccer calendar year begins. The first half was quite dramatic. While the Red Dragons may have ended it with a 2-1 lead, it came at the cost of losing their star player, Paul Mullin. Unfortunately, the injury came after the 28-year-old rumbled with Nathan Bishop and sustained a head injury. Fans were outraged as the Welsh striker had to be rushed straight to the hospital.

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Subsequently, goals from Elliott Lee and defender Aaron Hayden gave Phil Parkinson’s side a perfect lead. Certainly, United was in no mood to see the League Two side end the match with a clean sheet, as they broke the deadlock in added time thanks to a goal from Marc Jurardo.

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Likewise, Wrexham started the second half with a fresh pair of legs as they made 11 new changes. In fact, just at the start of the second half, Reynolds’ side got their payback for losing Mullin. Unfortunately, United went 10 men down as Daniel Gore got a red card in just the 47th minute. United tried to bounce back with whatever they had, but it was worth the try. It only gave Phil Parkinson’s side a chance to extend their lead as substitute Sam Dalby made it 3-1 in the 69th Minute.

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Although United tried to bounce back by making a few changes to their 10 men on the field, it was worth a try as it barely even moved a leaf. Be that as it may, it is a huge and historic win for Wrexham. The Reds have now set their pre-season score at 2-1. Now, with the final game remaining against the Philadelphia Union, they will be eager to end the U.S. Tour with a 3-1 record.