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Leader Live
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Welcome to Wrexham: Five things we learnt from S4 E3
The hit docu-series, detailing the highs and lows of Wrexham AFC under the ownership of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney returned on Disney+ on May 16. Season four is set to be made up of eight episodes, documenting the Reds' League One journey. It will feature the club's historic third successive promotion as well as focusing on the new found rivalry with American owned Birmingham City and some big January signings. The first two episodes were released on May 16, followed by one episode a week until the last week of June. Last week, episode three, titled 'Disney FC' was released and here's five things we learnt from it: 1. Injuries - As Rob and Ryan narrate the episode in typically comedic fashion they discuss the 'heartbreaking' injuries suffered by Jack Marriott (broken leg) and Arthur Okonkwo (fractured wrist). 2. Jealousy - The Hollywood pair address the critics and rival fans who brand Wrexham as 'Disney FC'. 3. Humphrey's Marathon - Humphrey Ker gets put through his paces at a world class performance centre in Manchester as part of his training. MOST READ: 'Career criminal' who had 45 kilograms of cocaine in car boot is jailed for 17 years Public meeting set to address concerns ahead of Llangollen Eisteddfod Man who breached football banning order among defendants dealt with in court 4. Allyn family - Eric and Kaleen Allyn, the minority investors in Wrexham are introduced to the documentary. The pair say their investment is looking into putting money into the city centre and helping businesses. 5. COSM - The new technology that showcases the game in America, but makes it feel like you're in Wrexham is launched. Episode four is set to be released later this week.
Wales Online
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Rob McElhenney's furious reply to Wrexham haters as Hollywood star tells them 'f*** off'
Rob McElhenney's furious reply to Wrexham haters as Hollywood star tells them 'f*** off' Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney has hit out at the club's critics in a foul-mouthed rant, as the Hollywood star and Ryan Reynolds continue to be mocked by rival fans Wrexham co-owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have fired back at their critics (Image: OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images ) Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney has hit back at the club's detractors by labelling them "jaded p***ks". Since acquiring the North Wales team in February 2021 with fellow actor Ryan Reynolds, McElhenney has been instrumental in propelling them to new heights. The Red Dragons have seen a surge in international support following the popularity of the 'Welcome to Wrexham' documentary series on Disney+. The club has impressively achieved three consecutive promotions, rising from the National League to the Championship. Despite their remarkable ascent, not everyone has celebrated Wrexham's achievements, with some rival fans criticising the club and its high-profile owners. A term coined to deride the team is "Disney FC", which also happens to be the title of the latest instalment of the documentary. The episode delves into the scornful attitudes of other supporters, with Reynolds and McElhenney confronting the jibes head-on. In an early scene, McElhenney, known for his role in 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia', delivers a comical expletive-laden tirade. Addressing the critics, McElhenney says: "The rest of you jaded p***ks can go f*** your f****ng selves. " He later continues with a half-hearted apology, saying: "Two things. One, to all the opposing clubs that are upset we didn't choose them and went with Wrexham instead, I am sorry. And two, what was two again?" Article continues below Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have shone a huge spotlight on Wrexham (Image: Leon Bennett/The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images ) Reynolds responds: "One was sorry we thought Wrexham was more special than the other clubs, and two was..." The scene then humorously depicts the duo giving a middle-finger salute to the cameras, coupled with the cheeky flick of the V-sign. Towards the episode's conclusion, McElhenney delves into the "Disney FC" label more sincerely, saying: "We get the Disney FC thing. Trust us, we understand. Obviously, we're having some fun with that. "But in all seriousness, Wrexham is just magic. I don't know why and I don't know how, but it just keeps happening, for the four years we've been there and the 150 years before that." Watch Welcome to Wrexham season 4 on Disney+ This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more from £4.99 Disney+ Get Disney+ here Product Description Welcome to Wrexham is back on Disney+ for a fourth season. Fans can watch the series with a £4.99 monthly plan, or get 12 months for the price of 10 by paying for a year upfront. The remarkable rise of Wrexham appears to be unrelenting, with Reynolds and McElhenney aiming to reach the Premier League. Following their promotion from League One, the club has been linked with top-level players like Leicester's Jamie Vardy and Fulham skipper Tom Cairney. Since the Hollywood takeover, Wrexham have faced brickbats over the substantial amount of money spent on player salaries and transfers. However, club director Humphrey Ker reaffirmed this week that he believes their expenditure is sustainable, anchored by large sponsorship agreements. During an appearance on the Chris Moyles Show on Radio X, he said: "Everyone's been incredibly nice, but you do see lots of people online like, 'Oh, they're ruining football, and it's disgraceful. This is everything that's wrong with modern football'. Sign up to our newsletter! Wrexham is the Game is great new way to get top-class coverage Wrexham AFC is the arguably the fastest-growing club in the world at the moment thanks to a certain Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Dragons have achieved two consecutive promotions and are cheered on by crowds from not only North Wales but also from all over the globe, thanks to the success of the Disney+ documentary 'Welcome to Wrexham'. But does it have a dedicated, quality source of information piped through to your inbox each week, free of ads but packed with informed opinion, analysis and even a little bit of fun each week? That's where Wrexham is the Game steps in... Available every Wednesday, it provides all the insights you need to be a top red. And for a limited time, a subscription to 'Wrexham is the Game' will cost fans just £15 for the first year. Sign up for Wrexham is the Game here Article continues below "You do end up thinking, well, hang on, there's a lot of football clubs that are going out of business because their owners are grinding money out of the fans. Also, just because you've got loads of money behind you, there's no guarantee that you are going to get back-to-back-to-back promotions. "It's never been done before and the other bonkers thing about us is that we've actually lived within our means. We get crazy sponsorship deals because of the documentary and because of Rob and Ryan." He added: "Everyone's like, 'They're going to run into PSR problems, financial fair play is going to catch up, and they're going to get bored. ' Actually, we have only been spending what we've been earning so far, so shut up people."
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'You jaded p***ks' – Rob McElhenney blows his top as Wrexham owner finally bites
Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have faced their fair share of criticism from rival fans since taking over Wrexham and guiding them from the National League to the Championship Rob McElhenney has let rip at Wrexham 's haters after branding them "jaded p***ks". McElhenney bought the Welsh side in February 2021, alongside Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds, and has helped lift them to new heights. The Red Dragons have garnered a new global fanbase thanks to the success of the Welcome to Wrexham documentary, which airs on Disney+. The club has achieved three promotions in a row, jumping from the National League into the Championship. However, Wrexham's meteoric rise hasn't gone down well everywhere, with supporters of rival teams taking aim at the club and its owners. One popular label used to mock them is "Disney FC", which is also the title of the latest episode of the Wrexham docuseries. The main plotline focuses on the negative views of other fans, with the Hollywood actors directly addressing their critics. Reynolds and McElhenney are seen discussing the nickname in an early scene, with the It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia launching into a hilarious X-rated rant. In a clear message to opposition supporters, McElhenney says: ""The rest of you jaded p***ks can go f*** your f****ng selves." He later adds: "Two things. One, to all the opposing clubs that are upset we didn't choose them and went with Wrexham instead, I am sorry. And two, what was two again?" Reynolds replies: "One was sorry we thought Wrexham was more special than the other clubs, and two was…" The pair are then shown jokingly giving a middle-finger gesture to the cameras, along with flicking the V sign. McElhenney is featured towards the end of the episode, tackling the "Disney FC" moniker in a more earnest manner. He says: "We get the Disney FC thing. Trust us, we understand. Obviously, we're having some fun with that. "But in all seriousness, Wrexham is just magic. I don't know why and I don't know how, but it just keeps happening, for the four years we've been there and the 150 years before that." Wrexham's rapid progress is showing no signs of slowing, with Reynolds and McElhenney setting their sights firmly on reaching the Premier League. The club has already been linked with a series of top tier talents following their latest promotion from League One, including the likes of Leicester striker Jamie Vardy and Fulham captain Tom Cairney. One of the main criticisms levelled at Wrexham since the takeover has been the millions of pounds spent on wages and transfer fees by the two actors. But club director Humphrey Ker has insisted this week that they are keeping within their means after securing some impressive sponsorship deals in recent years. Speaking during an appearance on the Chris Moyles Show on Radio X, he said: "Everyone's been incredibly nice, but you do see lots of people online like, 'Oh, they're ruining football, and it's disgraceful. This is everything that's wrong with modern football'. "You do end up thinking, well, hang on, there's a lot of football clubs that are going out of business because their owners are grinding money out of the fans. Also, just because you've got loads of money behind you, there's no guarantee that you are going to get back-to-back-to-back promotions. "It's never been done before and the other bonkers thing about us is that we've actually lived within our means. We get crazy sponsorship deals because of the documentary and because of Rob and Ryan." He added: "Everyone's like, 'They're going to run into PSR problems, financial fair play is going to catch up, and they're going to get bored.' Actually, we have only been spending what we've been earning so far, so shut up people." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Sign up to our newsletter! Wrexham is the Game is great new way to get top-class coverage Wrexham AFC is the arguably the fastest-growing club in the world at the moment thanks to a certain Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Dragons have achieved two consecutive promotions and are cheered on by crowds from not only North Wales but also from all over the globe, thanks to the success of the Disney+ documentary 'Welcome to Wrexham'. But does it have a dedicated, quality source of information piped through to your inbox each week, free of ads but packed with informed opinion, analysis and even a little bit of fun each week? That's where Wrexham is the Game steps in... Available every Wednesday, it provides all the insights you need to be a top red. And for a limited time, a subscription to 'Wrexham is the Game' will cost fans just £15 for the first year.
