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Wrexham win promotion to Football League after 15-year wait

Wrexham will be in the Football League once again next season after a 3-1 win over Boreham Wood.

The crucial three points secured on Saturday means the Red Dragons have gained automatic promotion to League Two with a game to spare.

Wrexham were bought by Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia co-creator Rob McElhenney in November 2020.

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Since the purchase, the third oldest football club in the world has gained international recognition and new fans all around the world.

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An FX documentary released on Disney+ in the UK – Welcome to Wrexham – follows the club’s journey from the early days of its new ownership.

The side have one match left of the season against Torquay, before facing Manchester United in a friendly in San Diego in July.

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