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Wrexham has truly become an iconic club in soccer, particularly since it came under the hands of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Previously a struggling club, they are now aiming for promotion to the Premier League.
The club is witnessing terrific growth and is currently ruling at the top of the table. They’ll be looking to keep it that way, with an aim of becoming the best side in English soccer. Since then, the club’s fan base has also increased.
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Fans mourn life-long Wrexham supporter
There are some crazy and passionate soccer supporters that give their whole life to a club they admire. Unfortunately, there was yet another Red Dragon supporter who sadly lost his life due to a long illness.
James Robert was a huge Wrexham fan who blindly followed the club for a long time. However, it’s quite a saddening moment as the supporter died, hence, soccer fans around the world are mourning James on the internet.
He would love this. Honoured to call him a friend, we shared some great times and such a lovely guy who liked a laugh and of course his footy. Taken too soon, RIP Jammy 💔 https://t.co/i9qBDHYcri
— john cook (@johncookcardiff) March 9, 2023
Lovely gesture 🙌🏻 Let’s all get on this in the 47th minute on Saturday Red Army ❤️ #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham #WxmAFC #UTST
— |Jamie| (@jde_888) March 8, 2023
It didn’t go our way at Wembley that day but James made sure we had the best time! So proud to have been his friend. RIP handsome x pic.twitter.com/FZr3DbxNnx
— Dylan Jones (@dlj1973) March 8, 2023
He was one of our own……🏴
— HardysLeftFoot (@HardysLeftFoot) March 9, 2023
Fans are showing a heartwarming support as they are gutted with his tragic death.
So sad. I used to like every post of his when he reported each of his long journeys to the matches as I thought what an effort. RIP James.
— Andymac79 (@Andymac791) March 9, 2023
Gutted to hear this. What a genuinely lovey and top man, RIP Jammy. Thoughts with all family and friends ❤️
— Craig Crewe (@phoenixcrewe) March 9, 2023
So young 😢❤️
— Seany Prince (@SeanyPrince) March 8, 2023
A special tribute for the loyal fan
It is a significant loss for Wrexham to lose one of their own. A native of Wrexham, James shifted to Luxembourg a few years back. However, even after such distance, the player regularly traveled and attended all the matches of the Red Dragons.
The 47-year-old leaves behind his family, including his wife Lucy, and two children, Eric and Archer. James’ Luxembourg Reds flag was often seen at the Racecourse Ground that he used to bring.
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🇱🇺 JAMES ROBERTS TRIBUTE 🏴
After speaking with James' widow and close friend they've agree a fitting tribute would be a minute's applause in the 47th (he was 47) minute of Saturday's game vs Southend United. So, please join in two mins into the second half. Diolch ❤️ pic.twitter.com/JIEiY7xbfv
— Fearless In Devotion – Wrexham AFC pod & fanzine (@fearlessidzine) March 8, 2023
Moreover, Tim Edwards of the Wrexham AFC fanzine and podcast Fearless in Devotion has affirmed that the flag will continue to be seen in future matches. Furthermore, James will also receive a tribute during Wrexham’s league match against Southend United at the Racecourse on Saturday. Fans will applaud the supporter in the 47th minute of the game.\
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Indeed it was a terrific loss, not only for the club but for soccer as well. But these are the moments that make it a beautiful game. We wish the best for James’ family and loved ones and offer our thoughts and prayers to them.
