Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney Victorious in Wrexham FA Cup Triumph

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, the owners of Wrexham soccer club, showed their enthusiasm for the team as they watched their victory over Shrewsbury in the third round of the FA Cup. Despite Shrewsbury being a division higher in English soccer’s pyramid, Wrexham secured a 1-0 win. Reynolds, known for his role in “Deadpool,” even shared a photo on social media of himself watching the game alongside fellow actor Hugh Jackman. The victory means Wrexham will progress to the fourth round, where they may face a Premier League team.

Reynolds and McElhenney purchased Wrexham for $2.5 million in 2021 and turned the club into the subject of a popular TV documentary called “Welcome to Wrexham.” This venture has turned them into passionate soccer fans. The official FA Cup account on social media shared a video of Wrexham’s winning goal, prompting McElhenney to respond with a lighthearted comment about his excitement in his living room.

Wrexham has a rich history in the FA Cup, including a famous victory over then-English champions Arsenal in 1992. The team also reached the quarterfinals in 1997, defeating top-flight team West Ham along the way. Last year, Wrexham’s cup run created a buzz when they defeated Championship team Coventry and took Premier League-bound Sheffield United to a replay.

This season, Wrexham has already triumphed over Mansfield, Yeovil, and now Shrewsbury to reach the fourth round of the FA Cup. Additionally, the team is performing well in league play and currently sits in third place in the League Two, the fourth-tier division, aiming for back-to-back promotions. The success on and off the field has brought renewed excitement to Wrexham and its celebrity owners.