Wrexham's Hollywood co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney made a surprising revelation about football icon David Beckham while serving as guest commentators on Sky Sports this Friday. The pair joined presenter David Prutton ahead of Wrexham's Championship match against Welsh rivals Swansea City, where they discussed the electric atmosphere inside the stadium before sharing an amusing anecdote from last weekend's FA Cup tie.
Beckham's Unheard FaceTime Call During Chelsea Clash
During the pre-game conversation, McElhenney disclosed that he and Reynolds frequently use FaceTime to communicate during matches. He specifically recalled an incident from Wrexham's recent FA Cup encounter with Chelsea, where David Beckham attempted to join their video call.
"We do a lot of FaceTiming during the games," McElhenney explained. "In fact, during the Chelsea game, David Beckham was FaceTiming with us and was trying to talk to us but he can't hear us and we can't hear him."
Reynolds humorously added that their communication with the football legend devolved into a comical display of gestures. "It's a lot of facial expressions and mime work," the actor remarked, highlighting the challenges of maintaining a conversation amidst the roaring crowd noise.
Wrexham's Remarkable Promotion Journey
The revelation came as Wrexham, currently positioned sixth in the Championship table, continues their pursuit of an unprecedented fourth consecutive promotion. Since Reynolds and McElhenney's high-profile takeover in 2021, the club has achieved three successive promotions, bringing them within striking distance of the Premier League.
Their appearance on Sky Sports commentary adds to the growing media attention surrounding the club's Hollywood-backed resurgence. The owners' active involvement, both on and off the pitch, has become a hallmark of Wrexham's modern identity, blending celebrity appeal with sporting ambition.
As the Championship season progresses, Wrexham's owners remain vocal supporters, with their latest commentary stint offering fans unique insights into the club's operations and connections. The Beckham anecdote underscores the global interest their project has generated, reaching even football royalty who attempt to join their matchday experiences through digital means.
