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Rob McElhenney explains why he & Ryan Reynolds aren’t on ‘cash grab’ at Wrexham – with Hollywood superstars looking to help soccer grow in the United States

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<p>The two Hollywood superstars <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/plastic-nipples-why-ryan-reynolds-rob-mcelhenney-different-other-owners-wrexham-director-explains-hollywood-superstars-broke-mould/blt3153f5855a6bb1aa " target="_blank">embraced a surprising sporting venture at SToK Racecourse</a> when completing a stunning takeover in 2021. They have overseen a meteoric rise for Wrexham, which has been aided by an <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/would-welcome-to-wrexham-documentary-survive-dip-results-ryan-reynolds-rob-mcelhenney-leeway-growing-fan-base-north-america-world/blt34daf2f747a8c627" target="_blank">award-winning documentary series</a>.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>While considerable success has been enjoyed on the field, McElhenney and Reynolds have <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/ryan-reynolds-rob-mcelhenney-do-it-right-warning-wrexham-battle-hollywood-co-owners-criticism-locals-training-ground-plans/blt593cb732673be99b" target="_blank">branched out into the wider Wrexham community</a>. Funding has been pumped into the local area, as fans from all over the world descend on North Wales, while a <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/ryan-reynolds-rob-mcelhenney-announce-purchase-wrexham-lager-brewery-hilarious-silent-video/blt63fcd1d4df7f8421" target="_blank">takeover of the 142-year-old Wrexham Lager brewery</a> forms part of one of their latest projects.</p>

THE GOSSIP

<p>They are now looking to promote that brand Stateside, but McElhenney insists that the Red Dragons will <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/absolute-idiocy-ryan-reynolds-rob-mcelhenney-admit-irresponsible-endeavour-wrexham-seriously-out-of-pocket/bltf5a068b159c3350c" target="_blank">never be used as a money-making machine</a>. The ‘It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia’ actor has told the <a href="https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/12/04/wrexham-rob-mcelhenney-cosm " target="_blank"><em>Sports Business Journal</em></a>: “We like the idea of a flywheel where each investment is something we really support and enjoy, and it’s not just a cash grab. Anytime we look at a new investment or new opportunity, it’s only because we believe in it.” </p>

WHAT MCELHENNEY SAID

<p>Wrexham Lager was flowing when McElhenney joined fans to watch Phil Parkinson’s side <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/kaitlin-olson-wild-wrexham-experience-rob-mcelhenney-dramatic-red-dragons-win-husband-danny-devito/blta36163b9af5bed32" target="_blank">in action against Barnsley on the giant immersive screen at Cosm LA</a>. That occasion further highlights how far the Red Dragons have come, with the plan being to <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/wrexham-ted-lasso-inspire-complete-american-takeover-efl-ryan-reynolds-tom-brady-will-ferrell/blt8468edeec8a36464" target="_blank">help America fully embrace soccer</a> ahead of the 2026 World Cup.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>McElhenney added: “I don’t know how many League One games were watched in the United States prior to 2022 or 2021, but I can surmise it’s probably not as many as are being watched right now. We love the idea of being a part of growing the entire sport here in the U.S., especially as the Olympics are coming, and the World Cup. It just feels like a great opportunity to spread the word and to evangelize for football.” </p>

TELL ME MORE

<p>Reynolds and McElhenney have been doing a good job of <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/ryan-reynolds-rob-mcelhenney-bored-wrexham-owners-warned-deep-pockets-premier-league-dream-wales-legend-hollywood-new-stadium/blt2681ee110acf82b7" target="_blank">spreading the soccer word</a>, as Wrexham’s fanbase continues to grow, and a fourth series of their popular documentary is in the pipeline as <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/ryan-reynolds-rob-mcelhenney-premier-league-wrexham-plans-appeal-big-company/blt51bff5d5dd93c645" target="_blank">Parkinson pieces together another promotion push</a> in League One.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR WREXHAM?

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Rob McElhenney has explained why he and Ryan Reynolds are not on a “cash grab” at Wrexham and want to help grow soccer in the United States.

Rob McElhenney explains why he &amp; Ryan Reynolds aren’t on ‘cash grab’ at Wrexham – with Hollywood superstars looking to help soccer grow in the United States