Ryan Reynolds is no stranger to being in the public eye. The superstar has built a career off of his hilarious personality and willingness to make fun of himself. So, it should come as no surprise that he had a hilarious reaction to his soccer team Wrexham’s FA Cup game against Sheffield United on Sunday.
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Sunday’s fourth-round FA Cup match between Wrexham AFC and Sheffield United had everyone on the edge of their seats. Wrexham, the underdog in the matchup, almost pulled off a huge upset against their opponent who plays three divisions higher in the English Football League Championship.
However, the late goal from Sheffield United sent the match into a 3-3 draw. But the hype for the game was real and also Deadpool superstar Ryan Reynolds was in attendance to show his support for Wrexham.
Ryan Reynolds’ hilarious remarks on Wrexham’s viewership success
Despite the result, the match was a huge success. As it was revealed that the Wrexham game was the most followed soccer game across ESPN’s website and digital platforms in the USA. To this feat, Ryan Reynolds had a hilarious remark.
BREAKING: Wrexham's FA Cup game on Sunday was the most followed soccer game across ESPN's website and digital platforms in the USA. #WxmAFC
Details ➡️ https://t.co/LQYIIMqKBx pic.twitter.com/SgjixaBlxH
— World Soccer Talk (@worldsoccertalk) February 1, 2023
He joked on Twitter saying, “It was so popular, we decided in the 95th minute of the game to green-light the sequel”. This was in reference to how Wrexham conceded the late goal in the 95th minute, resulting in a fourth-round replay match. Although his team didn’t come out on top this time, Reynolds’ sense of humor is always on point.
Soccer fans’ reactions to this hilarious remark
There’s no question that fans are appreciating what Ryan Reynolds is doing for the Welsh soccer club, Wrexham FC. The team has struggled in the past but now it is a fan favorite. Moreover, Reynolds’ humorous statements related to the club are highly appreciated by soccer lovers and they are having a great time with them.
Here are some of the reactions from the fans:
So will we get to see Wolverine in the sequel 🤨 https://t.co/i76HNmEjbG
— Richmond Til We Die: A Ted Lasso Podcast (@tedlassopod) February 1, 2023
Loord🤣🤣🤣Buy Manchester United bro… https://t.co/deoFGmXneQ
— Pipi (@mcpipita) February 2, 2023
The perfect response. https://t.co/obK3DBzlws pic.twitter.com/t7Qkv1orPz
— TheToddFather (@TC_Coshow) February 2, 2023
More please. We love watching @Wrexham_AFC here in the states!!! https://t.co/7YMhRjPsU4
— AngieC #YourFavoriteDJ (@DJAngieC) February 1, 2023
https://t.co/VQkw8gYp23 pic.twitter.com/BHbdx5E6Es
— Rob McElhenney (@RMcElhenney) February 1, 2023
More like a reboot, the sequel will come if you can beat them and move on to the next round, GL Wrexham
— Stephen (@Stompin_ste) February 1, 2023
— Caversham United FC (@CavershamUnited) February 1, 2023
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That's one way to put it😂💀 https://t.co/y8znmX4Pur
— mnyamane (@mnyamane_) February 2, 2023
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Wrexham will face off against Sheffield again in the replay match on 8 February. With the winner advancing to the fifth round and potentially facing off against Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur. What are your thoughts on this? Can Wrexham pull off a shock and advance to the fifth round? Let us know in the comments.
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