Charles EstherBlake Lively and Ryan Reynolds celebrated a major milestone for Wrexham AFC on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
The couple was spotted at Racecourse Ground in Wrexham, Wales, during a thrilling match where Wrexham secured a 3-0 victory over Charlton Athletic.
This win marks Wrexham’s promotion to the Championship, the second tier of English football, for the first time since the 1981–1982 season.
It’s a monumental achievement for the club, which was bought by Reynolds and his business partner, Rob McElhenney, in 2021.
Reynolds, a passionate owner, expressed his excitement and pride in the team’s accomplishment.
“This is a dream come true,” Reynolds said after the match, reflecting on the club’s extraordinary rise.
Blake and Ryan’s Affectionate Celebration
Throughout the match, Lively and Reynolds showed their affection for each other as they celebrated Wrexham’s success.
The couple was seen cuddling and laughing together in the stands, clearly in a joyful and celebratory mood.
Blake Lively was dressed in a cozy checked shirt, while Reynolds sported a simple white T-shirt with a gray button-up jacket.
Their public display of affection wasn’t lost on fans, who admired their chemistry as much as their support for the team.
The couple’s appearance came amid a period of legal battles for Lively, yet she seemed relaxed and in good spirits as she shared the moment with her husband.
Wrexham’s Journey to the Championship
This promotion is a culmination of years of hard work for Wrexham AFC.
Since Reynolds and McElhenney took over the club, the team has seen rapid growth and improvement.
Their involvement has turned the spotlight onto the club, attracting fans from all over the world.
Reynolds and McElhenney have been hands-on owners, closely involved in all aspects of the team’s progress.
Their efforts have paid off, and now Wrexham is back in the Championship for the first time in decades.
The promotion is a testament to the dedication and passion of both the owners and the team.
A Glimpse of What’s Next
With Wrexham now in the Championship, all eyes are on the next step in the team’s journey.
The club’s goal of reaching the Premier League is within sight, and the owners are already thinking ahead to the next challenge.
“We’re taking it one step at a time,” Reynolds said, “but we’re not stopping here.”
The rise of Wrexham from the fifth tier to the Championship has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Now, the focus shifts to the future as the team looks to compete at an even higher level in English football.
Reynolds and McElhenney’s vision for Wrexham AFC is beginning to take shape, and the Premier League is the next big target.
