Paul Mullin continues to reward Wrexham! Talisman of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's side nets stunning free kick hours after signing new long-term deal
Wrexham star Paul Mullin netted a stunning free-kick during their comeback win against Barrow Monday.
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Mullin signs new deal
Sparks Wrexham comeback
Scores stunning free-kick
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WHAT HAPPENED?
The Red Dragons had only just levelled the score-line in the first half, thanks to a well-placed effort from Steven Fletcher after Paul Mullin's lay-off, before their star-man netted the goal of the day.
Just two minutes after the equaliser, Wrexham were awarded a free-kick from some way out, with Mullin stepping up and lashing his effort into the top corner to give his side the lead.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Wrexham went on to secure the 4-1 win on the afternoon, to open up a four point gap on Barrow in fourth place, thanks to the effort from Mullin and the hat-trick from Fletcher.
The free-kick arrives just days after Mullin was handed a new long-term deal at the club by Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, which will keep him at the club until 2027.
DID YOU KNOW
36-year-old striker Steven Fletcher net his first-ever hat-trick Monday, despite playing over 400 professional games prior.
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The Red Dragons will now look ahead to their upcoming FA Cup clash against League One side Shrewsbury, before continuing their push for promotion with a game against AFC Wimbledon on January 13.