Wrexham Plans Preseason Tour Across Australia, New Zealand

Wrexham AFC, the historic Welsh football club owned by actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, is set for a pre-season tour across Australia and New Zealand, playing against A-League teams Melbourne Victory, Sydney FC, and Wellington Phoenix. This tour follows Wrexham's remarkable achievement of securing a third successive promotion, now competing in the English Championship for the first time in 43 years. The club aims to expand its global presence, with Reynolds and McElhenney expressing excitement about bringing the 'Red Dragons' to the region, while humorously referencing their restraint in avoiding jokes about Hugh Jackman. The tour offers local clubs and fans a unique opportunity to engage with a rapidly rising football team with a significant international profile, amplified by the popular docuseries 'Welcome to Wrexham.' Although Reynolds and McElhenney will not participate in the matches, their ownership has been instrumental in raising the club’s profile globally, including previous tours in the United States. The upcoming fixtures are scheduled for July at major stadiums in Melbourne, Sydney, and Wellington, symbolizing a milestone in Wrexham’s journey towards broader recognition and success.