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It’s fair to say Wrexham is on its way to promotion. Although if it will be an automatic or a playoff promotion battle is yet to see, the worldwide Wrexham fan base is embarking on a new chapter in their lives. After years of struggle, one of the oldest soccer clubs in England is back. Likewise, the fandom grew with each minute, and the club attracted global attention. Notably, the TV show ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ assisted the club in gaining massive eyeballs. 

Therefore, Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney tweeted about a Geography teacher’s stance on the club’s global fan base. Safe to say, the response overwhelmed him. He issued a three-word response to the excellent fan support. 

Rob McElhenney cannot believe the massive support

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The World Wide Reds is the Wrexham fans’ collective name worldwide. Showcasing their enormous fan base, a geography teacher wanted fans to make their locations on Google Maps. Hence, thousands of fans took to the challenge and marked their location. He tweeted, “Hi, as a Wrexham AFC supporter and a Geography teacher, I would like to invite you to add your general location to a map that aims to chart the World Wide Reds. No exact locations, please. LINK Final attempt.”

Seeing all the pin dots on the map, Rob took to Twitter to show his gratitude. He tweeted, “We are everywhere @Wrexham_AFC.” Looking at the map image, the number of fans spread globally varies from continent to continent. For a team to play in the 5th tier of English soccer, it’s surprising to see the tremendous backing. Clearly, the club is on the rise. 

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At first glance, viewers can see fans from Europe. Most are from England, but the World Wide Reds are universal. They are cluttered in Spain, Germany, France, and Portugal and even extend to the North-East side of Europe. The Scandinavian countries are also a part of it. However, the fan base they have in North America is eye-opening. 

Wrexham fans dominate the maps!

Although they have good numbers in Asia, Australia, Africa, and South America, the continent of North America provides the most. The pointers are marked from the west coast to the east coast. Even Canada and Mexico get into the act. Born in Canada, Ryan contributed to much of the Canadian fan base. Likewise, Rob is a Philadelphia native, and they dominate the USA charts. The show of support is staggering for two men who took it on as a personal battle to take Wrexham to the top. 

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Currently, first on the table with 100 points and a game in hand, the doors of EFL League Two look set to open. Hardly a matter of time before it happens, as Wrexham and Co are on the first step to achieving the lifelong dream; playing in the Premier League. 

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