**Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney Face Dilemma as Wrexham Stars Push for Third Las Vegas Celebration After Promotion**
Wrexham Football Club’s Hollywood co-owners, Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds, are facing a unique but welcome conundrum after the club’s recent promotion to the Championship. On the back of this achievement, expectations are rising among players and fans alike for the continuation of a now-beloved tradition: an all-expenses-paid trip to Las Vegas.
The origins of this tradition stretch back to 2023, when McElhenney, star of ‘It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia’, and Reynolds, of ‘Deadpool’ fame, orchestrated Wrexham’s renaissance following their high-profile £2 million takeover. The club’s trajectory sky-rocketed from the National League, with successive promotions seeing the Red Dragons reach League One and then secure their place in the Championship after a decisive 3-0 victory over Charlton Athletic at the weekend.
McElhenney, evidently relishing his role as club motivator and morale booster, previously pledged that should Wrexham secure back-to-back promotions, the team would again be treated to Vegas festivities. Having already sent the squad to Sin City after their promotion from the National League, he reiterated this promise last year. Speaking candidly on Hulu, he declared: “We did it for the second time, and if they get promoted again, we promised them we would send them to Vegas again.”
However, not all in the Wrexham boardroom are in unanimous agreement. McElhenney quipped, “Much to the chagrin of my co-chairman. If you run into Ryan, he’s likely to say no while I’m saying yes.” Whether this pop-star-and-sitcom pairing can come to a consensus is now a topic sparking debate among supporters and the wider footballing community.
The club’s revival under their stewardship has been well documented. In just a few seasons, Wrexham have transformed from lower-league obscurity to one of English football’s most watched fairy tales. With the promotional success, celebrations have become somewhat legendary, blending Hollywood glamour with genuine football passion.
In terms of their recent triumph, the victory over Charlton saw Oliver Rathbone open the scoring within 15 minutes at the Racecourse Ground, followed swiftly by a goal from Sam Smith. Smith would later seal the win late in the game, igniting jubilant scenes among players, fans, and its celebrity owners.
Following the parallel defeat of Wycombe Wanderers to Leyton Orient earlier, Wrexham’s three points ensured their unassailable position in the table, effectively confirming Championship football for the club next term. McElhenney and Reynolds, both in attendance, shared emotional scenes with fans as the team celebrated one of its most significant achievements in decades.
Speaking to Sky Sports post-match, star striker Paul Mullin said, “It’s been a real team effort. The journey this team has been on is remarkable. I was asked why Wrexham when I joined – this here, these supporters and this feeling, is the answer.” Sam Smith, also reflecting on his pivotal role, commented, “It’s been an incredible few months. There’s a calmness and determination in the group–this is a huge club and we deserve to celebrate it.”
Now, as preparations begin for the 2025/26 Championship season—marking Wrexham’s return to England’s second tier for the first time since 1982—attention turns beyond the pitch. Will the owners honour the Las Vegas pledge, or does Reynolds’ apparent hesitance mean plans could change? The situation provides an intriguing subplot to the club’s story, highlighting both the camaraderie and challenges that come with ambitious ownership.
Regardless of the eventual decision, Wrexham’s supporters and players can look back on a remarkable season. The blend of local pride and international stardom continues to make this North Wales club a unique and captivating story within football, drawing in fans from across the globe. As they look to next year, the possibility of yet another leap—perhaps even a top-flight promotion—remains a tantalising prospect.