December 29, 2024

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Wrexham star Eoghan O’Connell reveals what Ryan Reynolds is like behind the scenesWrexham star Eoghan O’Connell has revealed what co-owner Ryan Reynolds is like behind the scenes.

The Wrex Coast tour is set to conclude with Wrexham facing MLS team Vancouver Whitecaps at the BC Stadium on Sunday.

The pre-season friendly is in Ryan Reynolds‘ home town with the owner expected to be in attendance to show his support for the Red Dragons.

The Wrexham owners‘ impact in North Wales can be seen through the success on the pitch with back-to-back promotions with manager Phil Parkinson

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The former Sunderland manager has recently revealed that the owners are dedicated to supporting him and are keen to be involved in the club’s transfers.

However, their work off the pitch has been important with Reynolds’ latest gesture to Paul Mullin showing their efforts to support everyone at the club.

Ahead of the friendly in Vancouver, Eoghan O’Connell commented on his experience under the ownership since arriving in North Wales.

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Wrexham have been on a rapid rise with the Hollywood owners being able to provide a global fanbase for the club.

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Interest and support in the US are growing year-on-year as the club attempts to rise through the EFL.

The recent success on the pitch has been the main focus but O’Connell has highlighted the work that the owners have done off the field to create a special bond with all involved at Wrexham.

Speaking in the pre-match press conference for the Whitecaps fixture, the Red Dragons star said: “Brilliant, he’s [Ryan Reynolds] just a normal person, very personable and cares a lot about all of us.

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“I think even with things off the pitch he’s great. He will get in touch after games and send messages.

“He’s just great, I think that he and Rob have been incredible not just for the club and town but the whole league, in opening people’s eyes to what can be done when you have owners who really care and want to work an put into a club.

“They’re the same behind the scenes, just normal people and they’re brilliant.”

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