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Wrexham’s Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney jet in to watch clash with Wolves after surprise exit of club’s CEO – and catch up with poppy-protest footballer James McClean in the stands

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney announced in a joint statement on Friday that Williamson was leaving the club after two years at the Racecourse Ground.

By BEN WILLCOCKS · Daily Mail

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 1:48 PM

Key Things to Know

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney attended Wrexham's match following the departure of CEO Michael Williamson.
Shaun Harvey has stepped in as acting chief executive while Wrexham searches for Williamson's permanent successor.
Wrexham drew 1-1 against Wolves, with Lewis O'Brien scoring the equalizer for the home side.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney attended their club's 1-1 Championship draw against Wolves at the Racecourse Ground on Saturday. The visit came directly after the announcement that chief executive Michael Williamson had departed the club after two years, with director Shaun Harvey taking over as interim CEO.

During the match, Reynolds was seen speaking with former Wrexham player James McClean in the stands. On the pitch, Wolves opened the scoring in the 25th minute before Lewis O'Brien equalized for Phil Parkinson's side, leaving Wrexham in 15th place in the Championship table.

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