A 15-year-old Oxford United academy player, Amelia Aplin, has died after collapsing during a youth match against Fulham. The tragic incident occurred at the club's Horspath training centre on Saturday. Oxford United, the Football Association, and the wider football community have expressed immense sadness, and the senior women's team's weekend fixture was postponed.
Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has responded to reports suggesting that he is preparing to expand his football empire by acquiring a team in Brazil. Santa Cruz are the club in question, with it claimed that they could become the latest side to welcome A-list investors through the doors. Deadpool actor Reynolds has sought to calm that speculation.
Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney has admitted that the club's incredible journey "feels like a dream" after the Red Dragons pushed Chelsea to the absolute limit in a pulsating FA Cup fifth-round encounter. Despite a heartbreaking 4-2 defeat after extra-time at the Racecourse Ground, the Hollywood star was overcome with emotion following a performance that saw the Championship outfit twice take the lead against their illustrious Premier League visitors.
Blake Lively was able to smile through Wrexhamâs FA Cup pain alongside husband Ryan Reynolds, with the Hollywood superstars enjoying the sense of occasion as the Red Dragons suffered a heartbreaking fifth round defeat to Chelsea. Premier League giants were pushed all the way at SToK Racecourse, requiring extra-time in order to seal a 4-2 win, with A-list guests revelling in the drama that professional sport generates.
Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali was spotted sharing a private moment with Wrexham's co-chairman Ryan Reynolds in the aftermath of a pulse-pounding FA Cup fifth-round encounter at the Racecourse Ground. Following the Red Dragons' 4-2 defeat in extra time, the Blues supremo made it clear he wants to see the Welsh outfit on the same stage as the Premier League heavyweights permanently.
Frank Lampard and Coventry City have been warned that it could be a âdisasterâ if they fail to secure automatic promotion into the Premier League this season, given how dominant they have been in the Championship at times. Sky Blues legend Gary McAllister has told GOAL why a âbig decisionâ in the dugout is paying off for a club that has been out of the top-flight for 25 years.
When Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney bought Wrexham in 2020, the Welsh club were a long way from the Premier League. Back then, the Red Dragons were still in the National League, the top tier of non-league. But since returning to the EFL in 2023, Wrexham's rise has been literally unprecedented, becoming the first team in English football to achieve three successive promotions. Now, they're after a fourth.
The Championship is set for a radical transformation next season after English Football League clubs officially agreed to expand the play-off format to include six teams. In a historic move designed to keep the promotion race alive for more clubs deep into the season, the traditional four-team lottery will be replaced by a more inclusive structure that will see teams finishing as low as eighth place retain a shot at reaching the Premier League.
Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac are set to make their broadcasting debut in English football after signing a unique deal with Sky Sports. The Hollywood duo will provide exclusive live commentary for the club's upcoming Championship clash against Swansea City, offering supporters a first-of-its-kind alternative viewing experience. This innovative move marks another milestone in the pair's transformative five-year ownership of the Welsh side.
English footballâs youth development system could face major changes as Premier League teams seek to cap the compensation fees paid to EFL clubs for academy players. Driven by post-Brexit recruitment challenges, the top flight wants to control rising costs for domestic prospects. Lower-league clubs will discuss the proposal this week alongside broader financial overhauls.
Former Liverpool defender Glen Johnson believes Wrexham could be a viable destination for Andy Robertson if the Scotland captain leaves Anfield this summer. With the Red Dragons continuing their meteoric rise under Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, the potential addition of a Champions League winner is seen as the ultimate statement of intent for the ambitious Welsh club.
Hull City striker Oli McBurnie has gone viral after being caught on camera violently vomiting on the pitch during the Tigers' recent Championship clash against Portsmouth. The Scotland international was seen hunched over in significant distress at Fratton Park just as the second half was about to get underway, with the footage quickly circulating across social media platforms.
Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have been sent a âyo-yoâ warning as Wrexham take aim at promotion into the Premier League, but are being backed to help make the funds available that would allow the Red Dragons to be competitive among the top-flight elite. Frank Sinclair has explained to GOAL why a ÂŁ50 million ($67m) transfer may not be far away at SToK Racecourse.
Wrexhamâs incredible Hollywood story shows no signs of slowing down as the Red Dragons secured a vital 1-0 victory over Charlton Athletic at The Valley. In a match defined by defensive grit and a solitary moment of technical brilliance, Phil Parkinsonâs side proved they have the stomach for the promotion fight. The victory keeps Wrexham firmly in the hunt for a historic rise through the divisions.
Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson has lauded his sideâs resilience after the Red Dragons made yet another stride towards the Championship play-offs with a 1-0 victory away at Charlton. The Welsh side took all three points from the Valley to maintain their grip on sixth spot and keep the dream of promotion to the Premier League on the cards.
Wrexham continue to chase down a fourth successive promotion, with ex-Red Dragons star Frank Sinclair telling GOAL why going back-to-back-to-back-to-back would be one of the greatest achievements in British football history. Hollywood co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac are hoping to make that dream come true, with collective sights now locked on the Premier League.
The Championship is no stranger to glitz and glamour in the modern era, but the Swansea.com Stadium reached new heights of celebrity culture on Tuesday night. Hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg made his long-awaited maiden appearance at the home of Swansea City, the club where he holds a minority stake alongside television host Martha Stewart and Croatia international Luka Modric. While the Jack Army welcomed the rapper with a sell-out crowd and swirling white towels, the visiting camp noticed a very specific change to the typical matchday atmosphere in South Wales.
The party truly started in South Wales on Tuesday night as American rap royalty Snoop Dogg finally made his long-awaited debut at Swansea's Stadium. The hip-hop legend, who joined the club's board as a minority investor last July, was the guest of honour as the Swans played out a dramatic 1-1 Championship draw against Preston. His presence sparked scenes of jubilation across the city, proving that the synergy between celebrity ownership and football culture is alive and well in the lower leagues.
Wrexham held off a second-half comeback from Portsmouth to secure a 2-1 win on Tuesday night and retain their place in the Championship play-offs. Headers from Sam Smith and Max Cleworth had given the Red Dragons a firm advantage at the Racecourse Ground, but Zak Swanson's deflected strike caused some nervousness in the home ground. However, Phil Parkinson's side kept their cool to see out the win.
Snoop Dogg is preparing to take in his first live experience at Swansea City, with the American rapper set to be a special guest when the Swans play host to Preston North End. The music icon has been associated with the Championship outfit for some time, having become a minority stakeholder in the club, but has only now found space in his schedule for a trip to South Wales.
Wrexham have tied midfield duo Ollie Rathbone and George Dobson to new contracts. The energetic pair, who are full of running in the Red Dragonsâ engine room, have seen their efforts in North Wales rewarded with fresh terms. With long-term future issues taken care of, they can now focus fully on a bid to reach the Premier League through a fourth successive promotion.
Barcelona have majorly bolstered their youth ranks after winning a high-stakes race to secure the signature of Norwich City starlet Ajay Tavares. The 16-year-old winger, who has been widely regarded as one of the most clinical prospects in the English academy system, has officially traded Carrow Road for Catalonia. Despite intense interest from a plethora of top-tier clubs across the continent, late administrative hurdles were finally cleared to allow the Blaugrana to formalise their latest coup.
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