“I’m still a little speechless”: Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham AFC Jumps to League Two in Greatest Underdog Story Ever
This tale is destined for the silver screen! People love a good comeback story and Wrexham AFC has got a great one. Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds and fellow star Rob McElhenney purchased the Welsh football club Wrexham AFC, making headlines across the world in the September of 2020. Ever since then, the club has not looked back. Although the move came as a surprise to many initially, later turned into excitement and anticipation for the future of the club.
Wrexham AFC was founded in 1864, making it one of the oldest football clubs in the world. However, in recent years, the club has struggled to compete at the highest levels, often finding themselves dwelling in the lower tiers of the English football league system. Contrary to this, the team recently found itself being promoted to the second league, making it the greatest underdog story ever.
Wrexham AFC has the greatest comeback story of all time
Turns out all the team needed to make a return was a little support and appreciation. The purchase by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney was expected to inject a new life into the club and bring a fresh perspective to its management. And so it did. The actors’ active participation has been essential to the success of Wrexham AFC, both on and off the pitch, and the club is now feeling more confident than ever after more than 10 years.
Wrexham fans all over the world, are celebrating the landslide 3-1 victory of their team against Boreham Wood. After 15 years of radio silence, it is now their time to shine. The dramatic goal that clinched the win will be remembered for a long time, thousands of people ran out onto the field, flags and banners waving and shimmering with optimism, it was a very touching moment.
Wrexham will take part in League Two for the upcoming season, which is the fourth tier of the English football league. Three more promotions and they will gain entry into the English Premier League. Although it is quite a heavy journey fans are optimistic and believe it is time for them to show what they are capable of.
Ryan Reynolds on Wrexham AFC’s victory
The Deadpool star is invested in the club like no other. After their glorious victory, the owner of the club, Ryan Reynolds was extremely emotional and shared his thoughts about the moment with the rest of the world. said,
“I’m not sure I can process what happened tonight,”
He then added,
“I am still a little speechless.”
He gave his final reply to those who had questioned and doubted him when he took ownership of the team. People were confused as to why would anyone buy an outdated good-for-nothing team with little to no hope. He replied,
People ask ‘Why Wrexham?’ This is why Wrexham: this happening, right now, is why.”
Since the purchase, Reynolds and McElhenney have been actively involved in the club’s affairs, attending matches and engaging with supporters on social media. They have also made a number of significant investments in the club, including improvements to the stadium and facilities, as well as new signings for the playing squad. As a result to which, it is now a global brand.
There is no doubt that the purchase of Wrexham AFC by the pair has breathed new life into the club. The duo’s passion for the sport and commitment to the club’s success, combined with their celebrity status, make for a winning formula. Although the team has a long way to go, the journey of them going from local to global will inspire millions in the years to come.
Source: ESPN
