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Wrexham AFC Secures Third Straight Promotion to Championship

Backed by Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, Wrexham's unprecedented rise continues, setting sights on the Premier League.

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Overview

  • Wrexham AFC defeated Charlton Athletic 3-0 on April 26, 2025, achieving a historic third consecutive promotion to the Championship.
  • Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's ownership since 2020 has transformed the club through financial investment, media exposure, and community focus.
  • Manager Phil Parkinson plans summer recruitment with a 'no superstars, no egos' approach to maintain team cohesion in the Championship.
  • The club's wage bill reached £11 million in 2023/24, with further financial scaling anticipated to compete at higher levels.
  • The fourth season of the Emmy-winning docuseries 'Welcome to Wrexham,' documenting the club's journey, will debut on May 15, 2025.