Wrexham AFC receives £18m from government despite Hollywood backing

The Guardian – SportSaturday, November 29, 2025 at 9:26:05 AM
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Wrexham AFC receives £18m from government despite Hollywood backing
  • Wrexham AFC has received £18 million in nonrepayable grants from the Welsh government, despite being owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, according to UK government state aid disclosures. This funding significantly exceeds the direct aid provided to any other football club in Britain.
  • The substantial financial support from Welsh taxpayers raises questions about the appropriateness of government funding for a club backed by wealthy owners, highlighting potential disparities in public resource allocation and the role of taxpayer money in supporting private enterprises.
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