Can two Americans with no experience in soccer do a Welsh team any good? That was the question on every soccer fanatic’s mind when Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over Wrexham AFC. But boy, did the duo blow those doubters’ expectations out of the water. In the hands of its Hollywood owners, the team belonging to a small town in North Wales has received a makeover fit for a Disney princess. And in typical Hollywood fashion, the owners documented their journey of doing so through the FX series Welcome to Wrexham.

Now the second season of the gripping show is here to take the story to the next level. And cheering on from the metaphorical stands is one of Britain’s most eminent royals.

The phone call that wowed Ryan Reynolds

When the first season of Welcome to Wrexham launched in 2022, it received rave reviews from fans who were moved by the Hollywood actors’ efforts. Now the trailer for season 2 has left audiences all the more intrigued due to Reynolds’ remark in the clip saying “the King of England called.” The presiding monarch of a kingdom, acknowledging them via a personal call, made even the very accomplished Deadpool star go “Wow.”

This revelation was the highlight of the clip that also showcased the monumental achievements of the club as well as its future. With King Charles in their corner, fans of the club are left wondering what this could mean for the team’s future. Things seem to be looking up and going higher for Wrexham AFC with each passing day.

Meanwhile, to some keen followers of the club, this news is not as shocking as one expects it to be. The King of England does after all share some history with the club.

When King Charles did this for Wrexham AFC

Last year, the monarch visited the Welsh town alongside Queen Consort Camilla. Seeing how Ryan Reynolds and McElhenney had transformed the financially struggling club into a thriving one, the royals were pulled to Racecourse Ground. Posting the occurrence to his Twitter, the 46-year-old even hinted at the King’s involvement with the Welcome to Wrexham’s season 2 back then!

Appreciating them for their success in bringing the historic team back to its glory days, they congratulated the foreign owners’ efforts towards the town. Based on the trailer of Season 2 of the show, it seems like King Charles’ support for the team has continued since their visit.

What do you think the King of England called to say to Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney? Share your guess in the comments.