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Hollywood Owners Celebrate Wrexham's Giant FA Cup Upset
9 Jan
Summary
- Wrexham defeated Nottingham Forest in a dramatic penalty shootout.
- The win marked Wrexham's first triumph over Premier League opposition in 26 years.
- Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney own Wrexham, having bought the club in 2021.

Wrexham has achieved a historic FA Cup third-round victory, overcoming Nottingham Forest in a dramatic penalty shootout after a thrilling 3-3 draw. This win marks the club's first triumph against Premier League opposition in 26 years, sending their Hollywood owners, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, into celebration. The match concluded 3-3 after 120 minutes, with Wrexham ultimately prevailing 4-2 on penalties thanks to Arthur Okonkwo's crucial save.
The tie was a captivating encounter, with Wrexham initially taking a 2-0 lead through goals from Liberato Cacace and Oliver Rathbone. Nottingham Forest fought back, with Igor Jesus and a late brace from Callum Hudson-Odoi forcing extra time. Despite the pressure, Wrexham displayed resilience, ultimately securing their place in the fourth round against a team competing in the Europa League.



