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sports15 days ago•2 min saved

Spygate Fallout: Southampton Dropped From Playoff Final, Wrexham Eyes Legal Remedies

The EFL charged Southampton with spying on three clubs, ejecting them from the Championship playoff final and issuing a four-point deduction for next season. Middlesbrough will replace them in the Wembley final against Hull City. Southampton will appeal, claiming the punishment is disproportionate. Wrexham, two points off the playoffs, are weighing a potential legal case depending on the appeal outcome and whether Southampton’s sanctions affected the regular season or only the playoffs, with the dispute carrying significant playoff revenue (~$267 million) implications.

via Sports Illustrated|

#efl #playoffs #southampton

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Hull clinches final Championship play-off spot after final-day drama

Hull City sealed the last Championship play-off place by beating Norwich 2-1 on the final day, finishing two points clear of Wrexham and Derby. Wrexham’s and Derby’s hopes faded amid late twists in the table, sending Hull to face Millwall while Wrexham finished seventh and Derby eighth.

via BBC|

#championship #derby-county #hull-city

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Wrexham's Rise: Five Key Moments That Shaped a Premier League Dream

Driven by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, Wrexham’s ascent hinges on Phil Parkinson’s management, Mullin’s National League title heroes, a string of record-breaking signings, revenue boosts from the Welcome to Wrexham docuseries, and major Racecourse Ground renovations, all propelling the club from non-league to the brink of the Premier League.

via Sports Illustrated|

#docuseries #football #premier-league

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Wrexham vow stronger push after seventh-place Championship finish

Parkinson says Wrexham will come back stronger in 2026-27 after finishing seventh in the Championship, their best league finish and Wales' top EFL side in 25 years, with plans to strengthen the squad after a pre-season break.

via BBC|

#championship #football #parkinson

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

Wrexham vs Chelsea: Chelsea Rotates for FA Cup Fifth-Round Clash

Wrexham host Chelsea in the FA Cup fifth round at the Racecourse Ground with heavy Chelsea rotation (nine changes) and a likely back-three, as Enzo, Caicedo and Cole Palmer are left out. Chelsea line up Sánchez in goal behind a back three of Sarr, Badiashile and Tosin, with Hato, Santos, Lavia and Acheampong in midfield and Garnacho, Delap and Neto in attack. Wrexham name Okonkwo in goal and a starting XI featuring Cleworth, Hyam, Doyle, Longman, Dobson, Vyner, Thomason, Rathbone, O’Brien and Smith. Kickoff is at 17:45 GMT; UK viewers can watch on BBC One (US via ESPN Select) with iPlayer streaming included for UK fans.

via We Ain't Got No History|

#chelsea #fa-cup #fifth-round

sports2 months ago•7 min saved

Wrexham vs Chelsea FA Cup thriller ends 2-2 as late red card sparks extra-time drama

Wrexham and Chelsea drew 2-2 in the FA Cup fifth round after Sam Smith put Wrexham ahead, Chelsea equalised through an own goal by Okonkwo, Callum Doyle made it 2-1 to Wrexham, and Josh Acheampong levelled late for Chelsea; a red card for George Dobson in stoppage time leaves Chelsea with a man advantage as the tie heads to extra time.

via The Guardian|

#chelsea #fa-cup #football

sports3 months ago•7 min saved

Liverpool set US pre-season with Wrexham clash at Yankee Stadium

Liverpool will undertake a U.S. pre-season tour this summer, featuring a Yankee Stadium friendly with Wrexham and additional fixtures against Leeds United and Sunderland across Nashville, Harrison (New Jersey), and Chicago in late July and early August.

via The New York Times|

#leeds-united #liverpool #sports

sports3 months ago•52 min saved

Wrexham land dream FA Cup clash with Chelsea as Reynolds and Jackman react in disbelief

Wrexham were drawn to face Chelsea in the FA Cup fifth round, a dream pairing for the Championship club who have surged up the leagues and could meet the Premier League giants at the Racecourse Ground (Stok Cae Ras) on March 7; Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman reacted with astonishment, with Reynolds posting “Holy crap” after the draw, while Chelsea look to continue strong form as Wrexham eye a potential big upset en route to a possible Premier League ascent.

via Goal.com|

#chelsea #fa-cup #football

sports4 months ago•14 min saved

Wrexham edge QPR in London to surge into Championship playoffs

Wrexham earned a dramatic win at Queens Park Rangers in London, with Josh Windass scoring the second and Ollie Rathbone adding the third as they moved into the Championship playoff spots.

via AP News|

#championship #football #note-ensure-five-tags-only

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Wrexham's Historic FA Cup Victory Over Nottingham Forest

Wrexham stunned Nottingham Forest 4-3 on penalties in an FA Cup third-round thriller after a 3-3 draw in regular and extra time, with Arthur Okonkwo making crucial saves in the shootout, marking a significant upset in the tournament.

via TheFA.com|

#fa-cup #nottingham-forest #penalties

sports9 months ago•1 min saved

Wrexham and Mac Support League Opponents Amid Fan Backlash

Wrexham co-owner Rob Mac supports Sheffield Wednesday fans' efforts to display a banner calling for their owner to sell the club, amid financial troubles and ownership issues threatening Sheffield Wednesday's future. Wrexham initially denied but then allowed the banner, showing solidarity with Wednesday's fans, and Mac encouraged fans to buy merchandise to support the cause.

via ESPN|

#fan-support #football-clubs #ownership-issues

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Wrexham Sign Man City Defender Callum Doyle in £7.5m Deal

Wrexham signed Manchester City defender Callum Doyle for £7.5 million, including a buy-back and sell-on clause, as part of their ambitious summer transfer strategy under new ownership, aiming to strengthen their squad in the Championship.

via ESPN|

#callum-doyle #championship #manchester-city

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Southampton vs Wrexham: Live Stream, Scores, and Championship Insights

The match between Southampton and Wrexham on August 9, 2025, at St Mary's Stadium marks the start of the 2025/26 EFL Championship season, with live coverage available on Sky Sports in the UK and various international platforms. Southampton aims to bounce back to the Premier League, while Wrexham seeks to establish themselves in the Championship. Expected lineups feature strong formations from both teams, emphasizing their strategic approaches. The game is significant for both clubs' ambitions and global attention.

via Athlon Sports|

#efl-championship #lineups #live-streaming

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Wrexham's Championship Ambitions: Between Premier League Dreams and Relegation Risks

Wrexham, under new ownership, has achieved a record turnover of nearly £27m in League Two and expects to earn around £50m in their first Championship season, but their revenue and squad value still lag behind top-tier clubs, highlighting the significant financial gap in the league.

via The Wrexham Insider|

#championship #football #revenue

sports10 months ago•13 min saved

Celebrity Ownership and the 'Wrexham Effect' Transforming Football

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over Wrexham AFC in 2021, transforming it from a struggling lower-tier club into a rising force in English football through strategic branding, sponsorship deals, and community engagement, ultimately leading to three consecutive promotions and significant financial growth, while leveraging their celebrity status and a popular documentary series to boost the club's profile and revenue.

via Sports Illustrated|

#brand-exposure #football-ownership #rob-mcelhenney