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The Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Wrexham's Championship return ends in late Southampton heartbreak
WREXHAM's long-awaited return to the Championship ended in dramatic late disappointment as Southampton scored twice in stoppage time to snatch a 2-1 victory. The Welsh club, owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, had led through Josh Windass' first-half penalty at St Mary's Stadium. Windass came close to doubling the advantage when he struck the crossbar, but Phil Parkinson's side couldn't hold on against their Premier League-relegated opponents. New Southampton manager Will Still made the decisive move by introducing Ryan Manning as a second-half substitute. The Irish defender delivered a stunning 90th-minute free-kick before providing the assist for Jack Stephens' 96th-minute winner. 'I think when we reflect, it's a very proud day for the club playing at this level and there was a lot of positives for us,' said Wrexham boss Parkinson. Southampton boss Still described the comeback as 'crazy', adding: 'Good to show a bit of grit and determination.' Elsewhere, Sheffield United suffered a humiliating 4-1 defeat at Bristol City in Ruben Selles' first match in charge. Scott Twine scored twice for the Robins alongside goals from Ross McCrorie and Anis Mehmeti. Ryan Mason began his West Brom reign with a 1-0 win over Blackburn thanks to Isaac Price's early strike. Millwall stunned promotion favourites Norwich 2-1 at Carrow Road through Macaulay Langstaff's late winner. Dael Fry's rare goal gave Middlesbrough a 1-0 victory over Swansea in Rob Edwards' first game as manager. Portsmouth edged Oxford 1-0 through Adrian Segecic's debut goal, while Stoke scored twice in stoppage time to beat Derby 3-1. Birmingham City, part-owned by NFL legend Tom Brady, drew 1-1 with Ipswich after conceding a controversial late penalty. The Championship's opening weekend also saw Coventry and Hull play out a goalless draw, with QPR and Preston sharing the points in a 1-1 stalemate. – AFP
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Wrexham line up former Liverpool star, 31, in ambitious transfer to shore up defence
The experienced defender was a record breaker for Liverpool Wrex in line Wrexham line up former Liverpool star, 31, in ambitious transfer to shore up defence Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WREXHAM still hope to sign Jack Robinson from Sheffield United for their promotion push. The defender, 31, is keen and the Welsh club want a bargain deal. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Wrexham have identified Sheffield United defender Jack Robinson as a target as both teams get their Championship seasons underway Credit: Alamy Play Dream Team now! Play The Sun Dream Team ahead of the 2025/26 season Free to play Over £100,000 in total prize money Play in Mini Leagues against your mates Submit a team for Gameweek 1 to enter £5,000 prize draw Play via Dream Team's app or website today! Robinson can play left-back or centre-half and would be a huge addition to Phil Parkinson's squad, who lost 2-1 to Southampton on Saturday. Talks were advanced last week until Blades sold Anel Ahmedhodzic to Feyenoord but Wrexham remain keen. United are struggling to land targets despite their cash boost from sales. The new owners seem split on whether to invest in young prospects or loan in experienced players. READ MORE WREXHAM NEWS TAKE YOUR RIK Christian Eriksen 'thrown Premier League lifeline' after rejecting Wrexham Wrexham's model is less confused, signing a variety of experienced Championship talents such as Josh Windass, Ryan Hardie and Conor Coady this summer. 2 Wrexham are looking for more experienced options after an embarrassing championship debut saw them throw away a lead in the game's closing minutes Credit: Reuters Robinson is verging on 160 appearances for the Blades since joining from Nottingham Forest at the beginning of 2020, and certainly fits that bill. He began his career in Liverpool's academy system, briefly becoming the youngest player to make a senior appearance for the club when he debuted at age 16 in 2010. He has since had spells with Wolves, Blackpool, QPR and Huddersfield. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Ryan Reynold's Wrexham clearly need the Championship experience, after they capitulated in their debut in the division on Saturday. The Red Dragons held a lead for the majority of the game until a 90th minute Ryan Manning free-kick and a Jack Stephens winner six minutes later secured all three points for the home side.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Wrexham ‘offered Champions League stars' as Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney want Premier League football in TWO YEARS
Wrex the halls Wrexham 'offered Champions League stars' as Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney want Premier League football in TWO YEARS WREXHAM have been offered the chance to sign a number of stars who played in the Champions League last season, according to reports. The Welsh club have enjoyed a stunning rise up the football pyramid to reach the Championship after three back-to-back promotions from the National League. 3 Wrexham have been offered the chance to sign Champions League players this summer Credit: Rex 3 It comes after their bid to land Christian Eriksen left the Dane impressed despite him rejecting them Credit: Getty Their ambitious owners - Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney - are determined to write their own Hollywood story into English football and are targeting Premier League football within the next two years. That ambition has led to the Dragons often signing players who are top draw for the division they are in, such as Paul Mullin - the poster boy of their rise - who is now at Wigan on loan. It is something which has already been displayed this summer, with the Racecourse Ground club welcoming Wales international Kieffer Moore yesterday and following the arrival of England international Conor Coady as two deals from a reported £20million war chest. They even made a major statement of intent by trying to sign Christian Eriksen following the expiry of his contract at Manchester United. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL GREAL DEAL Everton open talks to sign Jack Grealish in season-long loan deal from Man City The Dane turned down the deal in hopes of landing a top-flight move but was said to have been left impressed by the offer presented to him by Wrexham CEO Michael Williamson. Despite being knocked back by the midfielder, news of the bid quickly got around and saw Wrexham offered players who would have previously only been considered a dream. According to the Daily Mail, some of the stars offered to them by agents even played in the Champions League last season. Manager Phil Parkinson had kept in touch with a number of Dutch agents, while the club itself had eyed players as far as Argentina and Australia while also looking on the European continent. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Background checks for players were described as being done "ten to the dozen", prompting a degree of frustration as a so-called "Wrexham Tax" has reared its head. Such was the intensity of work as they tried to get deals over the line that Parkinson and Williamson both recall ending a number of their days during the club's pre-season tour of Australia and New Zealand at 2 and 3am. Christian Eriksen in shock transfer talks to join Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham after Man Utd exit At least nine new stars were targeted originally, with a vamped-up forward line top of the priority list. So far they have landed seven, with Lewis O'Brien, Liberato Cacace, Coady, Moore, George Thomason and Ryan Hardie all arriving for a combined £11.1m, while Josh Windass and Danny Ward have also been added on free transfers. Wrexham are now looking to add Ipswich winger Nathan Broadhead in a club record deal of £7.5m. There is also talk of signing highly-rated Ajax star Sivert Mannsverk to bolster the midfield in a deal which could cost around £4m. All of this has also come while the club's ground undergoes a makeover, which includes a £1.7m hybrid pitch with undersoil heating to future proof it for Fifa and Uefa requirements. A new Kop stand is also under construction and expected to be completed for the 2026/27 season which would take the stadium capacity up to 18,000, bigger than Bournemouth and Brentford. The ambition of the owners paired with significant backing has breathed life into a dream many did not consider possible in such a short time span. 3 TRANSFER NEWS LIVE - KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LATEST FROM A BUSY SUMMER WINDOW
The Sun
7 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Wrexham buy second stadium in ‘significant milestone' for club as Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney invest further cash
WREXHAM have made a "significant milestone" after completing the purchase of The Rock Stadium. The Rock in Rhosymedre, north Wales, has been the home of Wrexham Women since the summer of 2023, having both played and trained at the 3,000-capacity ground. 4 4 4 Wrexham have enjoyed usage rights of the ground alongside Cefn Druids, who have played there since 2010. However, the investment of Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney has continued into the Women's football arm of the club. That is because Wrexham have now completed a purchase of the ground for their women's team to hand them a permanent home, while Cefn Druids will also continue to have access for games and training. The Rock will now partner the Racecourse Ground in the club's list of stadiums they own. Michael Williamson, CEO of Wrexham, said: "The acquisition of The Rock represents a significant milestone for the club, providing Wrexham AFC Women with a permanent home and dedicated training facility. "It illustrates our continued commitment to supporting and growing the women's game in North Wales. 'Having a venue in the Wrexham County Borough and close to the STōK Cae Ras gives us flexibility, allowing the Women's first team to train and play matches locally, while still having access to a larger venue when needed. 'We'll begin with essential maintenance ahead of the new season, followed by a longer-term vision to enhance the pitch, stadium, and surrounding infrastructure. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 'Our goal is not only to establish a top-tier facility for our Women's team but also to protect and revitalise a key community asset, one that can inspire the next generation of women's football across the region." The stadium includes a 512-seater stand and has earned its name due to being located on a disused quarry with one side of the ground being met with a sheer rock wall. Wrexham stars celebrate in iconic Las Vegas casino and hijack luggage cart after Hollywood owners splash £500k on party Des Williams, Cefn Druids chairman, said: "I am delighted that The Rock passes into the hands of Wrexham AFC and becomes the official home and training centre of Wrexham AFC Women. "Cefn Druids will continue to use the facility for training and fixtures, and this was an important part of the deal. 'Wrexham AFC Women have been using The Rock as their home now for the past two seasons ever since they reached the Adran Premier League. "I can think of no more fitting venue for them to continue their adventure at the very highest level of Welsh women's football. "I wish them all the very best of luck for the new season." Wrexham Women earned promotion to the top flight of women's football in Wales in 2023/24. The men's team have enjoyed a stunning march up the English football pyramid to the Championship following three back-to-back promotions from the National League.
The Sun
29-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Wrexham ready to smash transfer record to sign Ipswich star with ‘Championship cheat code' striker, 32, also lined up
WREXHAM are prepared to smash their transfer record to sign Nathan Broadhead from Ipswich. The star-studded promoted Welsh club have made a £7million approach to the Tractor Boys for the winger. 2 Ipswich had no intention to sell Broadhead, 27, this summer but have not ruled out a sale for a good price. Wrexham's previous club record purchase was £2m on striker Sam Smith from Reading earlier this year. But Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are ready to splash the cash following promotion to the Championship. Broadhead has 23 goals and 12 assists in 83 appearances for Town since joining from Everton for £1.5m two years ago. The Red Dragons' desire for a striker has been no secret this season. And they are also interested in signing Wales international Kieffer Moore, who one supporter has labelled a "cheat code". Manager Phil Parkinson confirmed he was on the club's shortlist. He said: "Kieffer's under contract at Sheffield United. He's one of a number of players we've looked at over the summer," Parkinson said. "Like I said, the landscape changes in the transfer market very quickly from one week to the next. "We're looking at lots of options here and abroad." Wrexham have signed goalkeeper Danny Ward, forwards Josh Windass and Ryan Hardie, defender Liberato Cacace, midfielders George Thomason and Lewis O'Brien this summer.
