‘Goosebumps!‘ Welcome to Wrexham’ Season 2 Trailer Highlights Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s Transformation of Wrexham

Published 08/12/2023, 8:30 PM EDT

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Ryan Reynolds is not only an acclaimed Hollywood star but also a creatively sharp strategist. The king of wit and charm is the owner of several successful ventures. However, none of his business investments have gained him as much traction as his dedication to Wrexham AFC has. The Deadpool star invested significantly in the fading Welsh club along with fellow actor Rob McElhenney. All went remarkably well for the duo when their investments bore massive fruition with the club’s resounding successes and comebacks.

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s journey of investing in Wrexham was covered in a documentary, Welcome to Wrexham, which is now returning with its season two. The latest trailer which dropped recently highlights the biggest moments in the club’s transformation, leaving viewers astounded at the co-owners and team’s feat.

Welcome to Wrexham season two highlights the comeback journey of the Welsh club and town

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In a short span of time, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney invested and changed the fortunes of both the club and the town of Wrexham. The duo brought in better training, coaches, and, most significantly, attention to the club. Long stuck in the fifth tier of English football, Wrexham AFC was on the verge of oblivion. Season one of the show Welcome to Wrexham showcased the hurdles, promises, and development the co-owner duo took after their takeover of the club. The first season even went on to win seven Emmy nominations—a first for Reynolds!

Now season two of the same series is about to fall on Disney+. The latest trailer showcases how the club has now catapulted to global stardom. The town of Wrexham, which was struggling to stay financially afloat, is now beaming with businesses and tourism. Reacting to the trailer, fans of both Wrexham and Reynolds, along with local townsfolk, can hardly contain their emotions. The journey that the show shall narrate is a testament to the unwavering spirit and dedication shown by the actor duo.

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But Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are not settling right here. As the duo looks to lift Wrexham higher and higher, they are also expanding their business portfolios.

Alongside Wrexham AFC, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney look to reinvent more ventures

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Wrexham AFC is now on a smooth course for the journey ahead. The club recently returned from its overseas tour in the US. Soon after, just about a week prior, it recently concluded an EFL game with MK Dons, which was attended even by Reynolds’ Deadpool 3 co-star, Hugh Jackman. As such, after having set one of their beloved projects at a good pace, the duo are now turning their attention to Alpine F1.

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Reynolds and McElhenney were part of a consortium including Hollywood actor, Michael B. Jordan, to sign on for a stake in Alpine F1. Fans are hoping to see Reynolds change the fate of this club too, just like he did for Wrexham. Although, the road may not be as easy as it seems. Nonetheless, the actors’ dedication and commitment to their businesses is something that is earnestly respected.

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What do you think of Wrexham’s journey yet? Have you watched Welcome to Wrexham Season 1 yet? Let us know in the comments below.

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Imteshal Karim

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Imteshal Karim is a Hollywood News reporter at NetflixJunkie. With a penchant for writing in multiple forms, he is a published writer with his works published in anthologies. A star at his college’s writing competitions, he loves telling a good story and hopes to tell impactful ones about the unexplored side of the Entertainment industry.

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