Ryan Reynolds has gradually become one of the most loved owners of a soccer club. The Deadpool star co-owns Wrexham AFC, a soccer club based in Wales. Every fan appreciates the amount of effort Reynolds has put in to refuel Wrexham’s rich soccer history. The Welsh-based soccer club is currently leading the points table in the league with 65 points. However, the club’s next challenge is against Sheffield United in the FA Cup.
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Fans have just gotten to know that ESPN is going out of its way to make this game special. The fans are appreciating EPSN’s efforts as it is a big game for Reynolds and his soccer club.
Big game coming up for Wrexham AFC!
World Soccer Talk recently revealed some insights on Wrexham’s game against the Blades. They revealed that ESPN is “pulling out all the stops” for covering Wrexham’s next game. ESPN has understood how big of a deal this is for Wrexham AFC. ESPN plan on adding pitch-side reporters for the game as well. Jon Champion will take on the lead commentary duties for this game. Craig Burnley and Kay Murray will be hosting the pregame show from the ESPN studio.
The FA Cup is a 732-team tournament open to every eligible club in the entire English soccer system.
700 clubs have been eliminated — and just one non-league team remains:
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's Wrexham AFC. pic.twitter.com/QYW3TKB2v9
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) January 25, 2023
Let’s have a look at how the fans reacted to the exciting news.
It's great for business this is now Americas team. They will soon take the place of the @dallascowboys.
This team will bring in more females as football fans. They are already more popular with women than our very own @USWNT.— look squirrel 🐿️🐿️🐿️ (@Dondickerson007) January 26, 2023
As a big fan of the #FACup and lower leagues, I love this. Grows the game https://t.co/X866fKqAAT
— Larry Henry Jr (@lhenry019) January 28, 2023
The Ryan Reynolds effect ❤️ https://t.co/3ZifooKsJq
— Deborah Skroch (@DeborahSkroch) January 27, 2023
Stories matter. https://t.co/8DGw7e4Kn6
— Andrew Visnovsky (@AndrewVisnovsky) January 27, 2023
LOVE THIS! @Wrexham_AFC can’t wait to watch you on the pitch! https://t.co/fqOLDyuvWG
— Joe Arrigo (@joearrigofsm) January 28, 2023
Excited to watch @Wrexham_AFC on Sunday! https://t.co/C1855t5fOG
— Mike Longin (@mlongin) January 27, 2023
LFG!
— Chris Porter (@porter690314) January 27, 2023
On ya @Wrexham_AFC! Let's goooooo!!!
— Aboutthevote (@aboutthevote) January 27, 2023
Every Wrexham AFC fan is pumped up for their next game. An excited fan believes that Wrexham AFC will soon have a bigger fanbase and take Dallas Cowboys‘ place, eventually. While it’s a difficult challenge, the fans are every-ready to take it on. ESPN’s efforts have motivated the fans even more in a way. A few fans also recognize the importance this game’s coverage will bring to the soccer fanbase in America. The fans truly think that it is a win-win for everyone involved in this situation.
Wrexham AFC has been enjoying the ‘underdog’ status from Day 1 this season. The Welsh-based soccer club currently plays in the Vanarama National League but is capable of challenging any major soccer club on their day.
A win would put Ryan Reynolds’ club back on the soccer map!
Wrexham AFC’s head coach, Phil Parkinson, had a few hard-hitting words to say ahead of the FA Cup tie. Parkinson truly believes that a win against the Blades can get Reynolds’ club back on the soccer map. According to MSN, Parkinson told the media, “The owners, since they have come in, and all of us together are working hard to put Wrexham firmly back on the football map, and this is a great step in that direction”.
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Being Wrexham co-owner means everything to Ryan Reynolds ❤️ @BonaguraESPN spoke with @VancityReynolds ahead of Wrexham's massive FA Cup match this Sunday.
Read more here ➡️ https://t.co/yxVq8w0k84 pic.twitter.com/C4l52GDf05
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) January 27, 2023
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have been very vocal on social media after taking over Wrexham AFC. Ryan Reynolds went berserk on social media after Wrexham won their last game in the FA Cup itself. The Deadpool star could not control his excitement after his team shockingly beat Coventry City 4-3.
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