In a story that sounds straight out of a movie script, Wrexham AFC owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney has made history by securing its third consecutive promotion within the English football league system. With a commanding 3-0 victory over Charlton Athletic on Saturday, Wrexham confirmed their place in the Championship for the next season, an extraordinary achievement celebrated by a packed Racecourse Ground crowd.
A memorable night for fans and owners
As reported by Reuters, the atmosphere was electric with both Reynolds and McElhenney present to witness their club’s latest milestone. Goals from Ollie Rathbone and a stunning brace from Sam Smith sealed the victory, propelling Phil Parkinson’s squad to second place in League One with 89 points just behind table-toppers Birmingham City who lead with 102 points.
Wrexham takes early command in the match
The match saw Wrexham seize control early. In the 15th minute, James McClean’s quick-thinking from a short corner found Rathbone who drilled a low shot into the net from the edge of the penalty area. Wrexham supporters were still basking in that moment when just three minutes later, Matty James lofted a pinpoint pass over the Charlton defense, allowing Smith to smash a spectacular volley home with his left foot. Smith capped off a sensational performance in the 81st minute, meeting Max Cleworth’s cross to fire a shot past Charlton goalkeeper Will Mannion.
Historic milestone for the club
According to Reuters, Wrexham’s incredible rise marks the first time any team has achieved three successive promotions across the top five tiers of English football, showcasing the transformational impact of Reynolds and McElhenney’s stewardship.
Building a legacy
Since taking over in 2021, the celebrity duo have invested heavily in rebuilding the club’s infrastructure fostering a winning culture and connecting passionately with the community — efforts that are now bearing fruit in historic fashion.
Step closer to premier league dream
Next season, Wrexham will compete in the Championship just one step away from the Premier League dream. Their fairytale journey continues and if recent history is any indication, Ryan Reynolds’ Red Dragons are far from done rewriting the record books.