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Don't be jealous! Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney buying Wrexham has been good for British football

A 3-1 win over Boreham Wood finally clinched the National League title for Wrexham, providing a Hollywood ending to one of the most incredible seasons in non-league history.

Since Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney shocked the world by taking over the unfashionable Welsh club, the Red Dragons have attracted adoration from around the world.

Fuelled by the success of the immensely-popular 'Welcome to Wrexham' docuseries, as well as a fascinating rivalry with Notts County, interest in their exploits only increased this season.

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However, that is not to say that everyone has been charmed by non-league's most unlikely owners. Since their promotion was confirmed, debates have been raging about whether Wrexham's story should be celebrated or dismissed as simply another example of 'financial doping' in football.

While they have indeed spent a lot since taking over, the positives far outweigh any potential negatives that have accompanied the Hollywood stars rocking up in the National League.

Let GOAL outline why these kill joys are wrong about Reynolds' and McElhenney's ownership...