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Wrexham Clinches Historic Third Promotion to Championship Under Hollywood Ownership

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's transformative leadership propels Wrexham AFC to the Championship, with plans underway for sustainable growth and a Premier League push.

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Actors and Wrexham owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds before the Wrexham v Charlton Athletic match on April 26, 2025.
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Overview

  • Wrexham AFC became the first club in English football history to achieve three consecutive promotions, securing a spot in the Championship with a 3-0 win over Charlton Athletic.
  • Owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney celebrated the milestone, reaffirming their long-term goal of taking the club to the Premier League.
  • Manager Phil Parkinson emphasized a 'no superstars, no egos' recruitment philosophy to preserve team culture as they prepare for the challenges of the Championship.
  • The club's financial outlook improves with an additional £8 million in TV revenue, but director Humphrey Ker noted that wages may need to quadruple to remain competitive at this level.
  • The Emmy-winning docuseries 'Welcome to Wrexham' continues to amplify the club's global profile, with its fourth season premiering in May 2025.