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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 14h
Wrexham cleared an important hurdle yesterday when granted permission for an extra 2,250 seats in the new Kop. Replacing the old terrace at the Town End has been quite the saga so what does this mean for #WxmAFC? (Free to read if click below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/766...
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Why approval of Wrexham's Kop plan is a major piece in the club's stadium jigsaw
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Wrexham CEO Michael Williamson talks... 6️⃣ Feeling "numb" after West Ham 🤝 Relationship with Parky ⚽️ New sporting director remit 🏗 Planning for Kop opening 🍺 Buying The Turf 🏟 What next once Kop built? 🏐 Under 21s team planned (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Michael Williamson, Wrexham CEO exclusive interview: ‘West Ham was not going to define us’ (Gift Article)
Williamson speaks to The Athletic about sponsorship, redeveloping the Racecourse Ground and revamping the club's recruitment process
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Forty two years ago tonight, fourth tier Wrexham knocked Porto out of the Cup Winners' Cup in one of the all-time great European shocks. Wrote this a couple of years ago with the help of several #WxmAFC heroes from that stunning night. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/574...
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Ex-Wrexham players on their 1984 win vs Porto: ‘The whole ground fell silent. Total silence’
What was like to beat European giants Porto - from a kung-fu winner to the stadium bar being closed early
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Wrexham CEO Michael Williamson talks... 6️⃣ Feeling "numb" after West Ham 🤝 Relationship with Parky ⚽️ New sporting director remit 🏗 Planning for Kop opening 🍺 Buying The Turf 🏟 What next once Kop built? 🏐 Under 21s team planned (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Michael Williamson, Wrexham CEO exclusive interview: ‘West Ham was not going to define us’ (Gift Article)
Williamson speaks to The Athletic about sponsorship, redeveloping the Racecourse Ground and revamping the club's recruitment process
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Forty two years ago tonight, fourth tier Wrexham knocked Porto out of the Cup Winners' Cup in one of the all-time great European shocks. Wrote this a couple of years ago with the help of several #WxmAFC heroes from that stunning night. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/574...
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Ex-Wrexham players on their 1984 win vs Porto: ‘The whole ground fell silent. Total silence’
What was like to beat European giants Porto - from a kung-fu winner to the stadium bar being closed early
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Wrexham CEO Michael Williamson talks... 6️⃣ Feeling "numb" after West Ham 🤝 Relationship with Parky ⚽️ New sporting director remit 🏗 Planning for Kop opening 🍺 Buying The Turf 🏟 What next once Kop built? 🏐 Under 21s team planned (Free to read) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Michael Williamson, Wrexham CEO exclusive interview: ‘West Ham was not going to define us’ (Gift Article)
Williamson speaks to The Athletic about sponsorship, redeveloping the Racecourse Ground and revamping the club's recruitment process
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
"We wanted someone who would work well alongside Parky, to support him. Steve (Nickson) balances data with making sure we have eyes on the players." Wrexham CEO Michael Williamson on the criteria behind #WxmAFC search for a new sporting director. (Free to read) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Michael Williamson, Wrexham CEO exclusive interview: ‘West Ham was not going to define us’ (Gift Article)
Williamson speaks to The Athletic about sponsorship, redeveloping the Racecourse Ground and revamping the club's recruitment process
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Wrexham CEO Michael Williamson talks... 6️⃣ Feeling "numb" after West Ham 🤝 Relationship with Parky ⚽️ New sporting director remit 🏗 Planning for Kop opening 🍺 Buying The Turf 🏟 What next once Kop built? 🏐 Under 21s team planned (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Michael Williamson, Wrexham CEO exclusive interview: ‘West Ham was not going to define us’ (Gift Article)
Williamson speaks to The Athletic about sponsorship, redeveloping the Racecourse Ground and revamping the club's recruitment process
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Humphrey Ker has left Wrexham. A sad day for #WxmAFC as an integral figure in the club's rise departs, incl a personal appreciation of just what Ker did for both a football club and a town. (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Humphrey Ker, a key architect of the Wrexham story, steps down from club's board
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Humphrey Ker has left Wrexham. A sad day for #WxmAFC as an integral figure in the club's rise departs, incl a personal appreciation of just what Ker did for both a football club and a town. (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Humphrey Ker, a key architect of the Wrexham story, steps down from club's board
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
"This is a longer international break than last year so we have to plan the weeks," Phil Parkinson on Wrexham having a three week gap between fixtures. Who's been given time off? Who at #WxmAFC is in every day? And is a friendly part of Parkinson's planning? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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Wrexham’s plans for the international break: Recovery, a friendly and plenty of trial and error (Gift Article)
For Parkinson, the challenge is to ensure the momentum built up in the first eight games of the season is not lost come the resumption
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Arguably the most famous pub in football has been sold as Wrexham's parent company buys The Turf. It'll be business as usual for popular landlord Wayne Jones and his #WxmAFC regulars/overseas fans following a deal designed to safeguard the future of club and pub. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/761...
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Wrexham buy famous The Turf pub from Welcome to Wrexham documentary (Gift Article)
The Turf has played a huge role in keeping the football club afloat
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Arguably the most famous pub in football has been sold as Wrexham's parent company buys The Turf. It'll be business as usual for popular landlord Wayne Jones and his #WxmAFC regulars/overseas fans following a deal designed to safeguard the future of club and pub. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/761...
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Wrexham buy famous The Turf pub from Welcome to Wrexham documentary (Gift Article)
The Turf has played a huge role in keeping the football club afloat
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
A week is a long time in football. Just ask Phil Parkinson and Wrexham, who went from the embarrassment of being hit for six by West Ham to the elation of an 89th minute winner over Southampton. How did the #WxmAFC boss inspire such a huge turnaround? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/759...
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How Phil Parkinson and Wrexham rediscovered the ‘fundamentals’ after West Ham defeat (Gift Article)
Wrexham's 2-1 win against Southampton on Saturday was a gritty, hard-working response to their heavy loss in east London last week
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
A week is a long time in football. Just ask Phil Parkinson and Wrexham, who went from the embarrassment of being hit for six by West Ham to the elation of an 89th minute winner over Southampton. How did the #WxmAFC boss inspire such a huge turnaround? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/759...
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How Phil Parkinson and Wrexham rediscovered the ‘fundamentals’ after West Ham defeat (Gift Article)
Wrexham's 2-1 win against Southampton on Saturday was a gritty, hard-working response to their heavy loss in east London last week
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
How will Phil Parkinson respond to the 6-0 hammering by West Ham? Those who have worked closely with the #WxmAFC boss explain how training will be geared this week and exactly what steps he will be taking to lead a recovery. (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/759...
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Wrexham were humiliated by West Ham. How will Phil Parkinson respond? (Gift Article)
The Championship's most exprienced manager has a track record of getting a positive response after big setbacks
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
How will Phil Parkinson respond to the 6-0 hammering by West Ham? Those who have worked closely with the #WxmAFC boss explain how training will be geared this week and exactly what steps he will be taking to lead a recovery. (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/759...
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Wrexham were humiliated by West Ham. How will Phil Parkinson respond? (Gift Article)
The Championship's most exprienced manager has a track record of getting a positive response after big setbacks
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
"I've got to analyse myself. And have that accountability. Looking at myself, what I could have done better." Phil Parkinson insists the inquest into Wrexham's 6-0 hammering at West Ham will include himself, as #WxmAFC look to respond to a truly awful night. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...
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Wrexham were embarrassed at West Ham. It was chastening but they have had setbacks before (Gift Article)
A 6-0 loss left Phil Parkinson saying 'I've got to analyse myself', a sad end to a night when Wrexham were watched by more than 50,000 fans
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Talking points after Wrexham were hit for six at West Ham, with our Hammers reporter Roshane Thomas. What went so badly wrong for Wrexham? Who made the difference for #WHUFC? And was it really a record crowd for a #WxmAFC game? ⬇️ nytimes.com/athletic/75830…www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...CQ
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West Ham 6 Wrexham 0 – Nuno’s men fill their boots, new club record scant for outclassed visitors (Gift Article)
Roshane Thomas and Richard Sutcliffe break down the main talking points from Friday's thumping at the London Stadium
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Talking points after Wrexham were hit for six at West Ham, with our Hammers reporter Roshane Thomas. What went so badly wrong for Wrexham? Who made the difference for #WHUFC? And was it really a record crowd for a #WxmAFC game? ⬇️ nytimes.com/athletic/75830…www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...CQ
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West Ham 6 Wrexham 0 – Nuno’s men fill their boots, new club record scant for outclassed visitors (Gift Article)
Roshane Thomas and Richard Sutcliffe break down the main talking points from Friday's thumping at the London Stadium
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
"I've got to analyse myself. And have that accountability. Looking at myself, what I could have done better." Phil Parkinson insists the inquest into Wrexham's 6-0 hammering at West Ham will include himself, as #WxmAFC look to respond to a truly awful night. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...
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Wrexham were embarrassed at West Ham. It was chastening but they have had setbacks before (Gift Article)
A 6-0 loss left Phil Parkinson saying 'I've got to analyse myself', a sad end to a night when Wrexham were watched by more than 50,000 fans
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Paul Newman @paulfnewman66.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
The Cricket Briefing: England close in on a series clean sweep, but why can’t their batters convert? www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...
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The Cricket Briefing: England close in on a series clean sweep, but why can’t their batters convert? (Gift Article)
Joe Root's side should complete their 3-0 series win on Friday with Pakistan two down and 268 runs adrift of making the hosts bat again
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Friday is set to bring the largest attendance in Wrexham's history, beating a 56 year old record set at Anfield, Liverpool. So, what can #WxmAFC expect at the London Stadium? Matty James, having played at West Ham previously, offers a few thoughts.... ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/757...
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The 56-year-old Wrexham attendance record that stands to be broken this week
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Friday is set to bring the largest attendance in Wrexham's history, beating a 56 year old record set at Anfield, Liverpool. So, what can #WxmAFC expect at the London Stadium? Matty James, having played at West Ham previously, offers a few thoughts.... ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/757...
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The 56-year-old Wrexham attendance record that stands to be broken this week
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
"An intelligent player in how he plays in creating chances. Jamie makes such intelligent runs and he doesn't need many chances to score" Burnley's Nicky Hayen on Jamie Vardy. Do his words on a striker Wrexham looked at sum up exactly what #WxmAFC need? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/757...
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Was Jamie Vardy exactly what Wrexham needed? (Gift Article)
A draw with Burnley demonstrated why Wrexham would benefit from a different profile of striker to break teams down
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
"An intelligent player in how he plays in creating chances. Jamie makes such intelligent runs and he doesn't need many chances to score" Burnley's Nicky Hayen on Jamie Vardy. Do his words on a striker Wrexham looked at sum up exactly what #WxmAFC need? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/757...
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Was Jamie Vardy exactly what Wrexham needed? (Gift Article)
A draw with Burnley demonstrated why Wrexham would benefit from a different profile of striker to break teams down
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Wrexham may have had their 'Welshness' questioned by the locals in Swansea but this was a full-blooded all-Wales affair that could have ended with the hosts down to ten men. A night when #WxmAFC showed they won't give up 'top team in Wales' mantle without a fight. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/756...
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Wrexham and Swansea, two Welsh rivals who should be in the battle for Premier League promotion (Gift Article)
Wrexham were held to a goalless draw by countrymen and current Championship leaders Swansea on Saturday night
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Wrexham may have had their 'Welshness' questioned by the locals in Swansea but this was a full-blooded all-Wales affair that could have ended with the hosts down to ten men. A night when #WxmAFC showed they won't give up 'top team in Wales' mantle without a fight. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/756...
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Wrexham and Swansea, two Welsh rivals who should be in the battle for Premier League promotion (Gift Article)
Wrexham were held to a goalless draw by countrymen and current Championship leaders Swansea on Saturday night
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
What will new £7 million signing Callum O'Hare bring to Wrexham? Fascinating insight from former Sheffield United striker - and expert BBC Radio Sheffield summariser - Carlisle Asaba. #WxmAFC (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Callum O’Hare: What to expect from Wrexham’s £7million deadline day signing (Gift Article)
He caught the eye playing for Sheffield United against his new club last season
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
What will new £7 million signing Callum O'Hare bring to Wrexham? Fascinating insight from former Sheffield United striker - and expert BBC Radio Sheffield summariser - Carlisle Asaba. #WxmAFC (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Callum O’Hare: What to expect from Wrexham’s £7million deadline day signing (Gift Article)
He caught the eye playing for Sheffield United against his new club last season
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Inside Wrexham's transfer window... 🤝 Key meeting with owners ⛔️ Rejig following Nickson delay 🌎 Increased emphasis on foreign market 💲Spending limits under FFP 🇭🇷 Parkinson scouting mission 💰 Targets' inflated fees 🗣 "This has been a hard window." #WxmAFC ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/753...
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The impromptu 10-minute meeting that kickstarted Wrexham’s record-breaking transfer window (Gift Article)
The story of a transfer window designed to improve on last season's seventh-place - the highest league finish in Wrexham's history
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
What a difference a few days make. From being well beaten by Birmingham City on Friday to mastering Millwall at The Den, what does this tell us about Wrexham's business in the transfer window? #WxmAFC ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Wrexham's £36m transfer window is already paying off
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Inside Wrexham's transfer window... 🤝 Key meeting with owners ⛔️ Rejig following Nickson delay 🌎 Increased emphasis on foreign market 💲Spending limits under FFP 🇭🇷 Parkinson scouting mission 💰 Targets' inflated fees 🗣 "This has been a hard window." #WxmAFC ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/753...
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The impromptu 10-minute meeting that kickstarted Wrexham’s record-breaking transfer window (Gift Article)
The story of a transfer window designed to improve on last season's seventh-place - the highest league finish in Wrexham's history
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
The success of the World Cup has seen interest in the sport soar across the USA. Wrexham and Birmingham City were already actively chasing the North America fandom market but what can they do now to capitalise on this 'soccer boom'? #WxmAFC #BCFC ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/753...
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Why ‘Hollywood Derby’ pair Wrexham and Birmingham can expect popularity to grow post-World Cup (Gift Article)
In an age when celebrity and narrative are proving every bit as big a draw as on-field success, these two clubs are ahead of the curve
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
The success of the World Cup has seen interest in the sport soar across the USA. Wrexham and Birmingham City were already actively chasing the North America fandom market but what can they do now to capitalise on this 'soccer boom'? #WxmAFC #BCFC ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/753...
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Why ‘Hollywood Derby’ pair Wrexham and Birmingham can expect popularity to grow post-World Cup (Gift Article)
In an age when celebrity and narrative are proving every bit as big a draw as on-field success, these two clubs are ahead of the curve
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Wrexham still want a dominant centre half and a creative attacker before the transfer window closes. Defeat to Birmingham City underlined why. This, and the other main talking points from a night that saw #BCFC once again get the better of #WxmAFC ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/754...
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Are Parkinson's side too ponderous? Has Chris Davies embraced direct football? Wrexham 1-2 Birmingham, The Briefing
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
If Wrexham are to make a concerted push for promotion, last season's generosity on home soil cannot be repeated. Phil Parkinson knows that, hence why the summer has been spent making #WxmAFC more solid. Were the early signs versus Watford encouraging? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/752...
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Wrexham’s home is being rebuilt and so is the team’s defence – both projects are important (Gift Article)
Wrexham's propensity to concede goals at home cost them a shot at promotion last season, something Phil Parkinson is trying to change
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
If Wrexham are to make a concerted push for promotion, last season's generosity on home soil cannot be repeated. Phil Parkinson knows that, hence why the summer has been spent making #WxmAFC more solid. Were the early signs versus Watford encouraging? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/752...
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Wrexham’s home is being rebuilt and so is the team’s defence – both projects are important (Gift Article)
Wrexham's propensity to concede goals at home cost them a shot at promotion last season, something Phil Parkinson is trying to change
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
A night when there was not only plenty to like about Wrexham's performance but also clear proof why further key signings are needed as wasteful finishing and a drop off in quality when making subs combined to deny #WxmAFC a winning start to the season over Cardiff. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/751...
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Wrexham left cursing profligacy in the first of four clashes to establish Welsh dominance (Gift Article)
The 1-1 draw at Cardiff City demonstrated why Phil Parkinson's side must be active in the transfer market over what remains of the window
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
A night when there was not only plenty to like about Wrexham's performance but also clear proof why further key signings are needed as wasteful finishing and a drop off in quality when making subs combined to deny #WxmAFC a winning start to the season over Cardiff. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/751...
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Wrexham left cursing profligacy in the first of four clashes to establish Welsh dominance (Gift Article)
The 1-1 draw at Cardiff City demonstrated why Phil Parkinson's side must be active in the transfer market over what remains of the window
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Matty James talks.... 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Debt he owes Wrexham ⛔️ Thinking his career was over 2 yrs ago 💔 Missing out on play-offs 🗣 Reasons for calling players' April meeting 🏗 Excitement over new Kop ⚽️ "The train is moving and you want to get on it..." #WxmAFC ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/751...
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Wrexham’s Matty James: ‘I was going to finish playing – and not through my choice’ (Gift Article)
The veteran midfielder was training on his own and worryingly short of offers before the call came from Wrexham in October 2024
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Matty James talks.... 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Debt he owes Wrexham ⛔️ Thinking his career was over 2 yrs ago 💔 Missing out on play-offs 🗣 Reasons for calling players' April meeting 🏗 Excitement over new Kop ⚽️ "The train is moving and you want to get on it..." #WxmAFC ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/751...
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Wrexham’s Matty James: ‘I was going to finish playing – and not through my choice’ (Gift Article)
The veteran midfielder was training on his own and worryingly short of offers before the call came from Wrexham in October 2024
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
"This eoiside is about making the kitchen better, rather than a whole house renovation." Ryan Reynolds when discussing Wrexham's recruitment plans earlier in the summer. With 2 days to the opening game, an assessment of how #WxmAFC are faring? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/750...
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What home-improvement shows (and data) tell us about Wrexham's summer transfer activity
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
"This eoiside is about making the kitchen better, rather than a whole house renovation." Ryan Reynolds when discussing Wrexham's recruitment plans earlier in the summer. With 2 days to the opening game, an assessment of how #WxmAFC are faring? ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/750...
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What home-improvement shows (and data) tell us about Wrexham's summer transfer activity
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
With only four clubs receiving parachute payments & one of those starting on minus four points, will this be one of the most open Championships in years? It certainly looks stronger than 25/26, as the only manager to lead four clubs up offers his advice. ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/735...
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Will the Championship be tougher or easier? It’s a division that’s hard to second-guess (Gift Article)
The new Championship season begins on Friday night
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Do you prefer the sleek lines of a gleaming, bowl-like stadium? Or a ground that might be a little imperfect but has character? Either way, the EFL has you covered. With the season almost upon us, we rank all 72 grounds, from the worst to the very best... ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/730...
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Ranking all 72 stadiums in the Football League: From homely grounds to imposing arenas (Gift Article)
As a new Football League season begins, The Athletic's resident groundhopper runs the rule over all 72 grounds...
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Belting exclusive from my colleague David Ornstein as Wrexham pursue a deal to sign Henrik Falchener from Viking Stavanger. Plus, analysis as to why #WxmAFC want another central defender ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/750...
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Wrexham pursuing deal for Viking defender Henrik Falchener (Gift Article)
Falchener, who joined Viking in 2025 from Egersunds, has played twice for Norway and was included in their World Cup squad.
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Wrexham are closing in on a new goalkeeper as Anthony Patterson undergoes a medical. Why have #WxmAFC spent the summer searching for a new number 1? A few thoughts... (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/750...
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Wrexham closing on signing of Sunderland goalkeeper Patterson
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Talking points from Wrexham's Carabao Cup exit, as Phil Parkinson explains why Cacace, Windass & Sheaf will miss Monday's behind closed doors friendly. Plus, transfer plans for #WxmAFC & why Danny Imray has big boots to fill out wide. (Free to read if click below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/749...
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Wrexham knocked out of Carabao Cup: Are more signings needed? Did Imray impress?
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Richard Sutcliffe @rsooty73.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
York City's return to the EFL after a decade away was not supposed to be like this, with fans in revolt and a new head coach told he'll be "sacked in the morning". A few thoughts from re-completing the 92 at #YCFC .. (Free to read by clicking below) ⬇️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/737...
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After their wild promotion, York City’s return to the EFL could be even more dramatic (Gift Article)
Since their incredible last-minute promotion against Rochdale in April, York City have sacked their manager, enraging their fans
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