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Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac

'Just getting started' - Reynolds sends Wrexham message

Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac are celebrating five years at Wrexham and say they are "just getting started" as they continue to dream of back-to-back-to-back-to-back promotions. The Welsh club have been dragged out of non-league and into the Championship under their wealthy Hollywood owners, who have set their sights firmly on Premier League football.

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'Will never be done again' - Rob & Ryan's 'ridiculous' impact hailed

Former Wrexham goalkeeper Ben Foster has showered owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac with praise as the duo celebrate five years at the club. The ex-stopper believes the impact the pair have had on the club will never been seen again after overseeing a rapid rise up the divisions. Wrexham are currently flying high in the Championship and dreaming of another promotion to the Premier League.

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Reynolds & McElhenney give Wrexham boss Parkinson 'job for life'

Phil Parkinson has been given a “job for life” at Wrexham, with Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney vowing never to sack the record-breaking Red Dragons boss. Hollywood co-owners in North Wales appointed the promotion specialist in 2021 - shortly after completing a stunning takeover - and have seen him carry the most ambitious of outfits to within touching distance of the Premier League.

Wrexham AFC v Oxford United - Sky Bet Championship

Parkinson fumes at controversial rule as Wrexham lose ground in promotion race

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson expressed his frustration at a controversial rule after his side were defeated 2-0 at home by Championship play-off rivals Millwall on Saturday and missed out on the chance to solidify their top-six place. Wrexham were forced to make two early substitutions due to injury and as only three substitution windows are permitted in one game in the EFL, they had to make their three remaining changes in one go in the 72nd minute.

Sheffield Wednesday v Wrexham AFC - Sky Bet Championship

Double blow for Wrexham as play-off hunt takes hit

Wrexham's plans of promotion to the Premier League took a heavy hit on Saturday afternoon, after they fell to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Millwall. The Red Dragons' play-off rivals outclassed the Ryan Reynolds-owned outfit and picked up a huge three points in their own bid to make a move to the top flight. On top of that, the hosts lost two key players to injury, ahead of a crucial final few months of the season.

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Stockport County FC v Wrexham AFC - Sky Bet League One

'After everything I've done...' - Mullin takes aim at Wrexham

Wrexham legend Paul Mullin has taken aim at his former club and admits that his departure from Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's club was tough to take. The striker was sent out on loan to Wigan Athletic at the start of the season but returned in January. He has now secured another move away to Bradford City and will spend the rest of the campaign with the League One side.

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Vardy in League Two?! Talks revealed over stunning transfer

Christian Fuchs, a member of Leicester’s Premier League title-winning squad from 2015-16, has revealed that he tried to talk Foxes legend Jamie Vardy into joining him in the fourth tier of English football. Fuchs is currently calling the shots at Newport County, having stepped into management, and asked questions of whether Vardy was up for another battle against the odds.

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Wrexham tipped to achieve Premier League promotion & STAY UP

Wrexham are being tipped to achieve promotion to the Premier League and consolidate a standing among the elite, with former Wales international Rob Earnshaw explaining to GOAL why a meteoric rise from the Red Dragons can be completed. He has also informed Hollywood co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac how they will need to go about top-flight transfer business.

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Welcome to Wrexham clause! Stars sign special doc contract

It has been revealed that new recruits drafted in by Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have to sign a special ‘Welcome to Wrexham’ contract as they agree to become documentary stars in North Wales. A couple of Hollywood stars continue to call the shots at SToK Racecourse, and they are making sure that a remarkable sporting adventure continues to play out on the small screen.

Hull City v Charlton Athletic - Sky Bet Championship

Ex-Man Utd star sees contract terminated after six months

Former Manchester United defender Brandon Williams has left Hull City by mutual consent just six months after joining the Championship club. The 25-year-old’s contract has been terminated to allow him to find a new challenge, bringing an end to a frustrating spell at the MKM Stadium plagued by persistent fitness issues and a lack of first-team minutes under manager Sergej Jakirovic.

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Wrexham icon Lee takes aim at Parkinson after deadline day transfer

Wrexham icon Elliot Lee has seemingly taken a parting dig at manager Phil Parkinson following his deadline day loan move to Doncaster Rovers. The midfielder, who was instrumental in the club's rise, admitted he felt undervalued at the Racecourse Ground after being frozen out of the Championship squad this season, sparking intense debate among the fanbase.

Arsenal FC v Ipswich Town FC - Premier League

Man City forgotten man completes shock Championship loan

Manchester City's forgotten man Kalvin Phillips has completed a shock January transfer to Sheffield United in the Championship on loan for the rest of the season. The former England international midfielder has struggled for minutes ever since making the move from Leeds United to the Etihad Stadium, and is now heading to the second tier of English football.

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'Scores goals for fun' - Wrexham welcome back striker

Wrexham have confirmed the arrival of Keillor-Dunn from Barnsley before the close of the January transfer window. The striker joins from the League One side and becomes the club's second signing of the winter. Keillor-Dunn has spent time at Wrexham previously and returns for a second stint, with the Welsh club still aiming for promotion to the Premier League.

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Wrexham co-owner Reynolds sends classy message to Sheffield Wednesday

Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has reached out across the football divide to send a touching message of support to crisis-club Sheffield Wednesday. Following the Red Dragons' victory at Hillsborough, the Hollywood star took to social media to celebrate the three points but reserved special praise for the Owls, acknowledging their fight for survival amidst administration heartbreak.

Birmingham City FC v Wrexham AFC - Sky Bet League One

Call from Brady left Birmingham new boy Vicente stunned

Birmingham City's new signing Carlos Vicente has revealed that a phone call with NFL icon and Blues minority owner Tom Brady helped make his mind up to complete a marquee transfer from La Liga side Deportivo Alaves to the Championship. Vicente joins up with the ambitious West Midlands side as they aim to push for promotion to the Premier League, sitting just five points off the play-off places as we enter February.

Chelsea v Bournemouth - Premier League

Maresca approached over shock return to Championship strugglers

Leicester City have reportedly been in contact with Enzo Maresca over a potential return to the King Power Stadium. The Foxes, who are struggling in the Championship, recently sacked manager Marti Cifuentes and gave the job to Andy King on an interim basis. Maresca helped the 2015-16 Premier League winners earn promotion to the top flight in 2024 after claiming England's second-tier title and has been out of work since New Year's Day when he was given the boot by Chelsea.

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'Out for a long time' - Man Utd starlet hit by major setback

Norwich City have confirmed on-loan Manchester United defender Harry Amass has suffered what could be a season-ending injury a little over a week after joining the Championship club. The teenager, who spent the first half of the campaign with Sheffield Wednesday, has only just made his Canaries debut and now faces a battle to play again in 2025-26.

Sheffield Wednesday v Wrexham AFC - Sky Bet Championship

Smith fires Wrexham back into Championship play-off contention

Sam Smith's second-half winner ensured Wrexham rose back into the Championship play-off places with a hard-fought 1-0 win over struggling Sheffield Wednesday. In a game low on quality, Smith's finish just before the hour mark ensured the Welsh side came away with all three points at Hillsborough to go sixth. The Red Dragons are now within eight points of the automatic promotion spots as their push for Premier League promotion gathers pace.

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The Wrexham Blueprint: Why Apollo’s Investment is the New Gold Standard for Minor League Owners

This article analyzes the strategic evolution of Wrexham AFC, positioning the club’s recent partnership with Apollo Global Management not just as a financial milestone, but as a replicable "Blueprint" for minor league investors. It argues that the Wrexham model, combining celebrity ownership, global storytelling, and eventual institutional backing, has permanently changed the playbook for sports investment.

Derby County v West Bromwich Albion - Sky Bet Championship

Agyemang scores ninth goal of the season in USMNT World Cup push

Former Charlotte FC striker Patrick Agyemang is enjoying one of the best stretches of his season in the Championship, scoring his ninth league goal - three in his last four matches - for Derby County. With the World Cup set to be played on home soil, Agyemang is sending a clear message to USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino as he tries to kick the door down and force his way into the squad.

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Wrexham legend departs! Mullin joins Bradford amid Red Dragons PL bid

Wrexham have announced the departure on loan of striker Paul Mullin to Bradford City for the remainder of the season. The 31-year-old spent the first half of the term on loan at League One side Wigan and will now spend the remainder of the campaign with fellow third-tier side Bradford. Championship play-off chasers Wrexham strengthened in attacking areas over the summer and are seeing the members of their promotion-winning sides slowly depart the club.

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Coady cuts Wrexham stay short! Ex-PL star sent out on loan

Conor Coady has seen his spell at Wrexham cut short after just six months in North Wales. The former Everton and Wolves defender, who has plenty of Premier League experience to his name, joined the Red Dragons from Leicester for £2 million during the summer of 2025. He will now be spending the remainder of the current campaign with Charlton Athletic.

AFC Wrexham v Nottingham Forest - Emirates FA Cup Third Round

Wrexham backed to emulate Sunderland by ex-Black Cat striker

Wrexham have been backed to emulate Sunderland by former Black Cats striker Fraizer Campbell, should they secure promotion. The Red Dragons, financed by Hollywood A-listers Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, are looking to earn a historic fourth successive promotion and land a Premier League spot as they look to maintain their rise up the football ladder.

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Wrexham urged to target TWO Liverpool legends to boost promotion bid

Wrexham have been urged to consider making a move for two Liverpool legends in a bid to boost their hopes of promotion to the Premier League. Club owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have made no secret of the fact that their dream is to see the Welsh club in the English top flight and former Liverpool ace Gary McAllister thinks two players in particular could be tempted to join their project.

Frequently asked questions

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have won the Ligue 1 title 12 times, more than any other club. Their first win was in 1986, and they claimed their record-breaking 12th title in 2023, surpassing AS Saint-Etienne.

The Ligue 1 consists of 18 teams since the 2023-24 season, prior to which 20 teams took part in the league. The inaugural season of the French first division in 1932-33 also consisted of 20 teams, divided in two groups of 10 teams each.

Mickael Landreau holds the record for the most Ligue 1 appearances, with 618 matches as a goalkeeper. His career spanned nearly two decades, playing for clubs like Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, and Bastia.

Delio Onnis holds the record as the all-time top scorer in Ligue 1 with 299 goals. Playing as a centre-forward, his remarkable goal-scoring feats spanned the 1970s and 1980s, where he starred for clubs like AS Monaco and Reims, making him a legend in French football.

As of 2024, Dimitri Payet holds the record for the most assists in Ligue 1 history, with a total of 130 assists. The attacking midfielder achieved this milestone during his successful stints with several clubs, including Marseille and Lille.

Pierre Braine holds the record of being the oldest player in Ligue 1 history, aged almost 45 years in a Ligue 1 game in 1945.

At 15 years and 225 days, Kalman Gerencseri is the youngest player in Ligue 1 history. The Frenchman played for Lens against Monaco in a Ligue 1 game in 1960.

Notable players who have graced Ligue 1 include legends like Zinedine Zidane, George Weah, Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Ronaldinho, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe.

Prominent managers in Ligue 1 include Arsene Wenger, Laurent Blanc, Carlo Ancelotti, Adi Hutter, Luis Enrique, etc.

The Orange Velodrome in Marseille is the largest stadium in Ligue 1, with a capacity of 67,394 spectators. Home to Marseille since 1937, it is renowned for its electric atmosphere and hosting significant football events in France.

Neymar is indeed the most expensive player in Ligue 1 history. His transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 was valued at a record €222 million, which remains the highest transfer fee ever paid for a player.