“180 heartbeats and a….” What Ryan Reynolds Had to Say About Wrexham’s Dramatic Victory Against Salford City

Published 10/15/2023, 7:38 PM EDT

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If there is one thing sure about Wrexham matches, it is endless drama. Since Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over the reins of the Red Dragons, the club has taken the fans through an emotional rollercoaster. Their 2022-23 season was no less than a fairytale, as the Welsh club scored a long-awaited promotion. Likewise, the Red Dragons’ journey in League Two has been equally delightful to witness. One of the most thrilling parts of Wrexham matches has been witnessing the Hollywood duo’s reaction after the games

Not long ago, Wrexham secured a breathtaking victory against Salford City, and the Deadpool actor had the most hilarious reaction to the same.

Ryan Reynolds reacts to Wrexham’s latest victory in the Second Division

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Wrexham has been one of the most entertaining clubs to witness in the Football League. The Red Dragons have given the fans one of the most exciting trajectories to follow as they entered League Two. Their recent victory against Salford City was no different. The Red Dragons lived up to their history of doing things the hard way and secured a last-minute win against David Beckham’s side. Shortly after the match, Reynolds admitted to experiencing “180 heartbeats and a 200-decibel scream” on his Instagram story

Describing the emotionally draining match, the Free Guy star wrote, “Apparently, you can fit two goals, over 180 heartbeats, and a single 200-decibel scream into a single minute.” Wrexham was trailing 2-1 for nearly 80 minutes of the game, and it seemed almost impossible for the Red Dragons. However, towards the 88th minute, things took a miraculous turn for Wrexham.

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Steven Fletcher equalized the scoreline for the oldest Welsh side, following which Jordan Davies secured the comeback with the third goal. Wrexham completed a stunning turnaround within two dramatic minutes and bagged three massive points at the Race Course ground. While Wrexham’s win left the fans and owners at the edge of their seats, it also has spiced things up in the Second Division as well.

What does the league table look like after Wrexham’s latest victory?

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Wrexham’s latest win against Salford City has made the competition more challenging for all the other teams in the league. The Red Dragons have now jumped to the fifth position on the league table. The oldest Welsh side now shares a mere three-point difference with Stockport, who currently tops the table. Phil Parkinson’s side seems strong as they plan to secure back-to-back promotions. 

Meanwhile, Wrexham will now face Bradford City in their next fixture on 21st October. On the other hand, the Red Dragons are also focusing on their exceptional women team. The Wrexham women’s team currently stands in the fourth position, with just one loss so far in the competition. With both sides delivering a promising start in their respective league, the future surely looks bright for the Welsh club.

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Introducing Hamza Qazi, a Hollywood and Anime News writer at Netflix Junkie. Hamza's love affair with anime began early in his life when he fell in love with Naruto, which sparked his interest in reporting. He began channelizing his inner reporter by writing for his school magazine and later for a college magazine.

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