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Wrexham's Epic Journey: From Actors to League One Glory

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Find out how actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's Wrexham secured promotion to League One in style!

Wrexham Football Club, co-owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, has triumphed with a spectacular 6-0 victory over Forest Green Rovers, securing a promotion to League One, marking a historic moment in the club's 159-year history. This achievement comes just a year after their previous promotion, showcasing the club's remarkable rise in English football. The Racecourse Ground witnessed an electrifying performance as Wrexham hit Rovers for six, leaving fans in awe of the team's dominance on the field.

BBC Sport Wales highlights six pivotal games that defined Wrexham's promotion-winning season, shedding light on the team's resilience and determination. The journey from League Two to League One has been a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players, management staff, and passionate supporters of the club. The spotlight shines on Wrexham's success, a storybook tale of underdog triumph and perseverance in the competitive world of English soccer.

Wrexham's back-to-back promotions under the ownership of Reynolds and McElhenney mark a historic milestone for the club, as they return to the third tier of English football after an impressive 19-year absence. The duo's impact on the team's performance and visibility in the footballing world has been undeniable, turning Wrexham into a force to be reckoned with in the league. As the celebrations ensue and fans bask in the glory of promotion, Wrexham's remarkable journey continues to inspire football enthusiasts worldwide.

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Promoted Wrexham to play in League One for first time in 19 years (The Straits Times)

A general view of The Racecourse stadium, the home of Wrexham Football Club, in Wrexham, Britain, September 24, 2020. REUTERS/Phil Noble/File Photo.

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Wrexham 6-0 Forest Green Rovers (Apr 13, 2024) Game Analysis ... (ESPN)

Expert recap and game analysis of the Wrexham vs. Forest Green Rovers English League Two game from April 13, 2024 on ESPN.

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Wrexham are going up! Promotion to League One secured as Ryan ... (Goal.com)

For the second time in as many seasons, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's Wrexham have been promoted after beating Forest Green Rovers 6-0 at home.

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Wrexham promoted to League One after 6-0 win over Forest Green ... (The Athletic)

Wrexham have secured promotion to League One, the third tier of English football, after a 6-0 victory over Forest Green Rovers at the Racecourse Ground.

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Wrexham secures promotion to EFL League One with 6–0 victory (Yahoo Canada Sports)

Wrexham AFC might be best known among casual, mainstream observers for being a soccer club owned by actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney and featured on ...

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Six games that shaped Wrexham's promotion season (BBC Sport)

BBC Sport Wales looks back at six significant games in Wrexham's promotion-winning season.

Wrexham hit Rovers for six to seal promotion (BBC News)

Wrexham seal promotion to League One with a rampant 6-0 win that leaves bottom side Forest Green Rovers on the cusp of relegation.

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Wrexham Promoted Again, As Storybook Reynolds, McElhenney ... (Sportico.com)

It is the first time Wrexham earned back-to-back promotions in its 159-year history. It last played in the third tier of English soccer 20 years ago.

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Wrexham gains promotion to English soccer's third division after 6-0 ... (The Associated Press)

The sequel has turned out to be just as good for Wrexham. The Welsh team co-owned by actor Ryan Reynolds has clinched promotion to the third tier of English ...

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Wrexham promotion: Ryan Reynolds celebrates 'ride of our lives' (BBC News)

Wrexham's Hollywood star owner Ryan Reynolds celebrated his club's promotion to League One, declaring: "This is the ride of our lives." · He and fans were ...

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Party time for Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney! How Wrexham ... (Goal.com)

The Hollywood owners are popping champagne after the Red Dragons ensured a top-three League Two finish. "I want to win League Two," was Ben Foster's ...

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'Ride of our lives': Ryan Reynolds' 'tears of joy' as Wrexham fairytale ... (Fox Sports)

Wrexham's Hollywood star co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney said they were having the “ride of our lives” after the club sealed a place in the third ...

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'Special things happen' - Wrexham ambition grows (BBC News)

Back-to-back promotions, third tier football when it was only a short time ago the north Wales club were fearing falling into the sixth-tier and financial abyss ...

Wrexham promotion the 'ride of our lives', says owner Reynolds (CNA)

Wrexham achieving back-to-back promotions has been a thrilling and emotional journey for its Hollywood owners, co-owner Ryan Reynolds said after Saturday's ...

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Wrexham secures promotion with magnificent 6-0 victory as Ryan ... (CNN International)

Celebrity owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney could not have written a better Hollywood script since taking over Wrexham AFC in February 2021.

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Wrexham promotions the 'ride of our lives' - owner Reynolds - ESPN (ESPN)

Wrexham achieving back-to-back promotions has been a thrilling and emotional journey for its Hollywood owners, co-owner Ryan Reynolds said after Saturday's ...

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Wrexham promotions the 'ride of our lives' - owner Reynolds - ESPN (ESPN)

Wrexham achieving back-to-back promotions has been a thrilling and emotional journey for its Hollywood owners, co-owner Ryan Reynolds said after Saturday's ...

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Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham earns second straight promotion: 'Ride of ... (New York Post)

Wrexham, co-owned by actor Ryan Reynolds, clinched promotion to the third tier of English soccer thanks to a 6-0 home win over Forest Green on Saturday.

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Explained: Why Phil Parkinson wasn't expecting Wrexham to secure ... (Goal.com)

Phil Parkinson has explained why the timing of Wrexham's promotion came as something of a surprise, with a top-three finish secured in League Two.

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Welcome to Wrexham… in League One: What happens next? (The Athletic)

Over the next 10 or so minutes, most of the squad received a name-check, including Mullin, James McClean, Steven Fletcher, Ollie Palmer and Max Cleworth, the ...

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James McClean aims 'beat Wrexham cup' jibe at rivals after helping ... (Goal.com)

James McClean has aimed a “beat Wrexham cup” jibe at League Two rivals after seeing the Red Dragons wrap up automatic promotion.

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Paul Mullin snubbed! Only two Wrexham players make League Two ... (Goal.com)

Wrexham star Paul Mullin was left out of the League Two Team of the Year despite his prolific season as the Welsh side earned promotion to League One.

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