Wrexham AFC has achieved a historic milestone by securing promotion to the EFL Championship, marking their third consecutive promotion in as many seasons. This unprecedented ascent makes Wrexham the first club in the top five tiers of English football to earn three straight promotions. ​talkSPORT

In a decisive 3-0 home victory over Charlton Athletic, goals from Ollie Rathbone and Sam Smith sealed the win. The match was attended by co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, along with Reynolds' wife, actress Blake Lively. Reynolds actively participated in the celebrations by serving drinks to supporters and taking selfies, further endearing himself to the fanbase. ​The US Sun+4talkSPORT+4The Wrexham Insider+4ESPN.com+12The US Sun+12The Irish Sun+12The Irish Sun+1The US Sun+1

Since their takeover in 2021, Reynolds and McElhenney have transformed the club's fortunes, both on and off the pitch. The club's market value has soared from £2 million to approximately £100 million, bolstered by the popularity of the Disney+ documentary series "Welcome to Wrexham."

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Looking ahead, Wrexham aims to continue their ascent with aspirations of reaching the Premier League. Plans are underway to expand the Racecourse Ground to a capacity of 50,000, reflecting the club's growing ambitions. ​DIE WELT

Beyond football, Wrexham is enhancing its cultural offerings. A major new attraction, the Wrexham Museum and Football Museum Wales Galleries, is set to open in 2026, further cementing the city's status as a burgeoning tourist destination.