and Rob McElhenney turned Wrexham AFC into quite a football fairytale. Their management saw the team achieve record-breaking wins, global attention, and even a documentary that had everyone rooting for the underdog
. But not every decision is greeted with cheers. Recently, a move by the club has raised questions, not about football, but about accountability. Can a team balancing local loyalty and worldwide fame steer clear of all controversy? Or did Wrexham just take a shortcut that left more than just critics unimpressed?
A choice made behind the scenes is drawing attention for all the wrong reasons, leaving many asking if the club’s latest move was really necessary. With sustainability often in the spotlight, critics are questioning whether the team’s actions align with its public commitments—or if its Hollywood owners are turning a blind eye.
The environmental backlash Wrexham is facing after choosing a private jet for a short trip
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s Wrexham AFC are in hot water after a private jet journey raised more than a few eyebrows. As brought up by Fossil Free Football in an Instagram post, the club opted for a 37-minute flight to a match that was just three hours away by bus!
The 1,860 kilometers covered in just two days left the fans and environmentalists—scratching their heads. Was the sky-high trip really worth it, or did Wrexham miss a green opportunity?
Peter Crisp, campaigner at Fossil Free Football, took to Instagram to question the team’s choice, pointing out that the airport was over 30 miles from the stadium
. Could they have just hopped on a bus and called it a day? While Wrexham has publicly pledged its commitment to sustainability in a
, saying they are “committed to making a difference both on and off the pitch”
, critics are calling out the hypocrisy of their actions, in the face of their green promises.
While Wrexham’s private jet saga has drawn criticism, the club’s financial rise is taking flight in its own right. With a surge in revenue, fueled by their promotion success and global recognition, they are looking poised for bigger and better things.
With cash flow like this, Wrexham could soon be a championship powerhouse
Ryan Reynolds scored big for Wrexham
in the past, making a splash in the transfer market with some high-profile signings. Fast forward to the present, and Wrexham’s balance sheet is looking as impressive as their on-field performance. With a whopping £26.7 million reported turnover
, the club is gearing up to make waves in the Championship if it secures promotion. Football finance expert Kieran Maguire, on talkSPORT, reveals that Wrexham could be rubbing shoulders just below Premier League teams like Stoke City and Norwich financially
. All this thanks to the Welcome to Wrexham
documentary and big-name sponsors like United Airlines and HP.
Wrexham AFC was bought for $2.6M in 2021, now it’s worth a staggering $128.7M in 2025.
A Major Success 🙌🏽 🙌🏽 pic.twitter.com/Fk9fBP7u4G
— Carol Radull (@CarolRadull) March 31, 2025
With their accounts published for the financial year ending June 30, 2024
, Wrexham showed a gob smacking 155% increase in turnover
—talk about a financial glow-up! Despite a £2.7 million loss, the club is on the up, and with promotion bringing an extra £8 million in TV money, they will be ready to compete at the next level. As further shared by Maguire on talkSPORT, Wrexham’s growing international brand positioned them well for the Championship, and they are not even close to slowing down!
What do you think about Wrexham’s private jet decision? Was it worth the backlash, or should they have taken the bus? Let us know in the comments!
