Wrexham's New Kop Stand Plans Secured with £17M Funding

Wrexham AFC has announced plans for a new 5,500-capacity Kop Stand at its historic Racecourse Ground, aiming to restore the stadium's four-sided enclosure and comply with UEFA standards. The project, overseen by renowned architects Populous, will feature safe standing, hospitality suites, and an enhanced roof design to amplify matchday atmosphere. With the objective of hosting international matches, including the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2026, the new stand will also incorporate player facilities and a public plaza honoring the Gresford Colliery disaster. The design pays homage to local architecture with a red brick facade and two dragons from the club's crest. This initiative comes as part of the club's ongoing transformation since being purchased by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Wrexham's historic ground has not hosted a men's national team match since 2009, but these renovations are set to change that.