Rob McElhenney’s Speech Ignites Wrexham’s Crucial Victory Charge
You know those moments in football when you just feel something special brewing? That’s exactly what happened with Wrexham over the weekend, and the spark came from none other than their co-owner — and Hollywood star — Rob McElhenney.
Before Wrexham’s vital away clash with Blackpool, McElhenney didn’t just show up to support from the sidelines — he delivered a heartfelt speech to the squad that, according to manager Phil Parkinson, truly resonated with the players. And wow, did it pay off.
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Wrexham came out fired up and, in a dominant second-half display, beat Blackpool 2-1 thanks to goals from James McClean and Ollie Rathbone. This wasn’t just another win. It catapulted the Red Dragons back into second place in League One, just behind Birmingham City, and crucially ahead of rivals Wycombe, who suffered a shock 4-0 defeat to Charlton. With just two matches left in the season, Wrexham are now on the brink of securing an historic third consecutive promotion — an achievement no club has ever pulled off in England's top five tiers.
The significance of this win goes beyond the three points. Around 2,000 Wrexham fans traveled to Bloomfield Road, and their voices carried through the stadium as McClean's low strike hit the back of the net. Just moments later, Rathbone doubled the lead, sending the away end into a frenzy. You could feel that connection — players, fans, and even owners — all in sync.
Parkinson made it clear after the game that the squad isn’t getting carried away. “We can control one thing, and that’s our mindset,” he said. Still, it’s hard not to get caught up in the dream. The Racecourse Ground is set to be bouncing next week when Wrexham face Charlton in what could be the defining moment of their season.
What makes this all even more remarkable is how far Wrexham have come. From the National League to knocking on the door of the Championship in just three seasons. It’s the kind of football fairy tale that even Hollywood would struggle to script — though clearly, it helps having someone like McElhenney involved to deliver a pep talk straight out of a sports drama.
Wrexham fans can dare to believe. The finish line is in sight, and after this weekend, the dream feels more alive than ever.
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