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      Ryan Reynolds left in disbelief after watching Wrexham star’s wonder goal that was assisted by Storm Darragh

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      RYAN REYNOLDS was left gobsmacked by Wrexham’s stunning winner against Burton Albion – which had a little assist from Storm Darragh.The Red Dragons ran out 1-0 winners at the Pirelli Stadium on Saturday thanks to a 65th minute strike from midfielder Elliot Lee.Elliot Lee secured Wrexham victory against Burton Albion in styleCredit: SKY SPORTSThe midfielder scored straight from a corner in the 65th minuteCredit: SKY SPORTSHollywood A-lister and Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds wasn’t in attendance at the Pirelli Stadium to witness Lee’s stunnerCredit: RexReynolds gave an x-rated reaction to Lee’s stunner on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@VANCITYREYNOLDSLee sent the travelling Wrexham fans into pandemonium by finding the back of the net straight from a CORNER.The 29-year-old’s stunner spread like wildfire on social media and quickly came to the attention of club co-owner Reynolds.And the Hollywood A-lister couldn’t help but give an x-rated response to the goal.Along with a clip of Lee’s goal, the ‘Deadpool’ star wrote on his Instagram story: “FFS, Elliot Lee.”READ MORE ON WREXHAMFootie fans were blown away by Lee’s strike, although many were quick to point out by the incredible winds battering the UK courtesy of Storm Darragh played a role in the goal.One wrote on X: ‘Almost like there was a 90mph wind or something.”Another said: “Storm Darragh assist.”And another said: “Yeah, because the conditions didn’t help in anyway.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHow Ryan Reynolds has been watching Wrexham games in styleCO-OWNER Ryan Reynolds hasn’t been able to make it to Wrexham in recent weeks due to filming commitments.But that hasn’t stopped him from watching his team in style.Streaming the match on a laptop or even a TV was not grand enough for the Deadpool star as he worked on the set of his latest movie.With a giant green screen behind him, he could not resist broadcasting Wrexham’s recent game on to the huge projector.Reynolds and his crew watched on as the Welsh side notched their 23rd win of the season against Crawley Town.He looked enamoured as the game played on behind him while surrounding by various pieces of Hollywood machinery.And Reynolds captioned the moment: “Watching the Wrexham game at work: new level unlocked.”It’s not clear what project Reynolds was working on at the time, with the actor currently developing several new movies including sequels to smash hits Free Guy and Red Notice.”He can’t seriously claim that he meant to score that goal.”But Elliot, who now has 35 Wrexham goals to his name, insists he MEANT to find the back of the net from the set piece.I’ve tried for the last three years to join Wrexham but I think my surname will stop me, admits ex-Premier League star James Chester He told Wrexham’s YouTube channel: “We do a lot on set pieces and with Parky (Phil Parkinson), he gives us license to shoot.”And that’s, basically, what the plan was today with the wind – just shoot for goal and see what happens.”The keeper will be under pressure and luckily for me ones gone in the back stick.”Victory over Burton Albion fired Wrexham joint-top of the League One table.Phil Parkinson’s charges are currently level on points with Wycombe Wanderers.Wrexham will be back in action on Tuesday night, welcoming Crewe Alexandra to the SToK Racecourse. More

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      Wayne Rooney set for huge blow in Plymouth relegation battle after horror run of just one win in nine Championship games

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      STRUGGLING Wayne Rooney’s hopes of a financial lifeline to bring in new players at PLYMOUTH in the January window are growing slim.Argyle owner Simon Hallett’s potential deal with new investors has dragged on for months.Wayne Rooney’s hopes of bringing in new signings at Plymouth are growing slimEFL chiefs must approve any cash injection — and that takes weeks, leaving Rooney no time to move for new recruits.No deal has been completed yet, and even if that was achieved soon it would still be unlikely that they could splash the cash in January.Rooney is currently without five major players including captain Joe Edwards, shot-stopper Conor Hazard and forwards Ibrahim Cissoko, Morgan Whittaker and Muhamed Tijani.Plymouth are currently languishing inside the Championship relegation zone and are desperate need of reinforcements.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSince taking over in the summer, Rooney has won just four of the club’s 18 games this season.It’s been well over a month since the the Pilgrims picked up three points and Rooney would’ve earmarked January as the chance to improve his squad.Plymouth have conceded 10 goals in their last two games, scoring just once themselves.While they have won just ONE of their last nine games in the Championship – a 1-0 victory over bottom of the table Portsmouth.Most read in ChampionshipFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe dire form of the club has led to reports that Plymouth’s next two fixture are pivotal in deciding Rooney’s future.Perhaps the Man Utd legend was somewhat offered a chance at reprieve when Oxford United’s visit was cancelled on Saturday.Wayne Rooney reveals nine-word message to Plymouth stars that inspired stunning comeback from being 3-0 downThe game was abandoned on Friday with severe weather warnings in place for South West England and Wales amid Storm Darragh.Winds of up to 70mph tore through Devon on Friday night, with travel deemed too dangerous by the club’s Safety Advisory Group.It’s claimed that there’s an understanding that Rooney is dealing with an injury crisis at Home Park, but the continued poor form is now beginning to be a concern.Rooney’s Plymouth recordA look at Rooney’s record at Plymouth so far…Games in charge: 20Wins: 5Draws: 5Defeats: 10Goals scored: 21Goals conceded: 40 More

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      Peterborough release damning statement after ‘bitterly disappointing’ decision for huge FA Cup tie at Everton

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      PETERBOROUGH UNITED have slammed the “incredibly disappointing” decision to hold their FA Cup clash at Everton on a week day and called for it to be rescheduled.Peterborough were drawn with the Toffees in the third round of the competition and are currently penned to play at Goodison Park on the evening of Thursday, January 9.Peterborough were left furious with the date of their FA Cup clash with EvertonCredit: GettyPeterborough and Everton are scheduled to face off on a week day at Goodison ParkCredit: GettyThe decision appears to have been made by the FA due to a scheduling conflict that also sees Everton’s archrivals Liverpool playing in the city on the Saturday of that weekend against Accrington Stanley.However, the Posh insist their supporters’ needs were not “taken into consideration” by the football chiefs as the current date would make it impossible for them to attend the FA Cup game.The League One side understand the need to avoid having both Merseyside rivals playing on the same day but are strongly asking for a solution.In an appeal for the FA to reverse the decision, Peterborough listed four major concerns.Read More on FootballThey stated: “There are no viable trains from Liverpool to Peterborough scheduled on the evening of the match meaning supporters must travel by car or coach.”Supporters will be required to take two days off work to attend this incredibly important fixture and our younger fans will not be able to attend due to school commitments.”We have never played a competitive game at Goodison Park and interest in the game is very high.”An expected reduced home attendance would reduce the potential revenue for both Peterborough United and Everton.”Most read in FA CupPeterborough chief executive Dawn Gore added that the FA’s decision will cost the EFL club in terms of important revenue.Gore said: “Like our supporters, when the draw was made on Monday night, we were all very excited about travelling to Goodison Park. “We were inundated with supporters requesting details for ticketing within hours of the draw being concluded.FA Cup clash DELAYED as referee is substituted after injury… with PA appealing for new official over tannoy“To learn that the game has been arranged for a Thursday night is bitterly disappointing. “Whilst we understand there are logistical challenges, we do not feel the supporters have been considered in this approach.“We have made our feelings very clear to the decision-makers at the top of the game and want to assure our supporters that we are just as disappointed as they are about when this game will take place and from a financial standpoint, the Club are set to lose out on revenue that would have been greatly appreciated as a club in Sky Bet League One.”Peterborough fans were left fuming, with some of taking to social media to say they can no longer attend the big game.One supporter tweeted: “Can’t even go as I have no holiday entitlement left.”Another commented: “Yet again it’s the fans that suffer.”A third wrote: “Most fans have a few more choice words. Devastated and a total disregard for match day fans.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThis fan said: “Appalling.”And that one stated: “Thursday night is scandalous.” More

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      Ex-Premier League manager appointed by Hull City after Championship strugglers snatch him off high-flying EFL side

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      RUBEN SELLES has left Reading to take over Hull City – as the ex-Southampton manager continues a two-year rollercoaster ride.Championship strugglers City have brought in the Spaniard a week after sacking former Hamburg chief Tim Walter.Selles has had a dramatic time in English managementCredit: GettySelles, 41, has guided Reading into the League One play-off spots.Now Hull have handed him a two-and-a-half-year deal as head coach.Selles left his position as FC Copenhagen assistant boss for his first role in English football as recently as June 2022.Ralph Hasenhuttl made him his No 2 at Southampton in the Prem.READ MORE FOOTBALLSelles became caretaker boss when Hasenhuttl was axed five months later.Nathan Jones, the Saints’ next permanent manager, only lasted from November 2022 to February 2023.And Selles got the job again, this time on an interim basis, for the rest of the season.But he failed to keep Southampton up and they didn’t renew his deal – with current manager Russell Martin succeeding him in June 2023.Most read in EFLFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSelles took over at Reading that same month – before now moving back up a division with the Tigers.He told Hull’s website: “I am really happy. When the possibility to come here became real, my eyes were on Hull City.’My pro football team-mate thought he was Spiderman after being spiked on night out’ | What the EFL?!”I know the team, the club, the history and I’m looking forward to starting my journey with the team.”I saw a lot of similarities with where we are as technical staff and what we want to do for the present and the future, and that’s why I decided to come.”Andy Dawson will stay caretaker chief at home to Blackburn on Saturday, with Selles taking charge against visitors Watford next Wednesday.That means he will have managed in the top three divisions in the space of two years – all with different sides.Meanwhile, Reading have promoted Under-21s chief Noel Hunt to first-team boss on a contract until 2027. More

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      EFL goalkeeper concedes ‘most embarrassing goal ever seen’ as fans fume ‘get him off that pitch now’

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      BLACKPOOL goalkeeper Harry Tyrer conceded a shocking goal against Shrewsbury Town that almost cost his team.The Seasiders picked up a 2-1 win in a League One clash with Shrewsbury on Wednesday at New Meadow.Blackpool goalkeeper Harry Tyrer conceded a shocking goal against ShrewsburyCredit: YouTube/Shrewsbury TownThe ball bounced in front of Tyrer, who made a wrong estimationThe ball then went over Tyrer, leading to Shrewsbury’s opener in the fifth minuteBlackpool fans were left furious with that blunder as they took to social mediaHowever, the visitors had to put together a major comeback as they found themselves trailing just after four minutes into the match.Shrewsbury defender Mal Benning delivered a long ball from his own half towards the Blackpool area.Everton loanee Tyrer, 22, made an awful estimation as the ball bounced over him and into his own net.That blunder saw Blackpool trailing within the first five minutes of the match.Read More on FootballAnd it left the Tangerines’ fans seething as they stormed social media.One fan tweeted: “I’m sorry. That actually might be the most embarrassing goal I’ve ever seen. What on earth are we doing?”Another commented: “Get Tyrer off that pitch now.”A third wrote: “That’s dreadful, what on earth?”Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis fan said: “F*****g hell lads.”And that one stated: “GET THAT KEEPER OUT.”Steve Bruce dealt huge blow just days after being named Blackpool boss as striker banned for appearing to SLAP opponentTyrer’s blushes were saved in the second half when Blackpool equalised with Aaron Pierre’s own-goal in the 52nd minute.And Steve Bruce’s side turned the game on its head just five minutes later with ex-Tottenham ace Josh Onomah’s strike. More

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      Moment Danny DeVito celebrates Wrexham’s injury-time winner over Barnsley in virtual stadium in LA

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      DANNY DEVITO celebrated Wrexham’s stoppage time winner against Barnsley last night as he watched the game at a bar in Los Angeles.The League One side are co-owned by DeVito’s long-time It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia colleague Rob McElhenney.Danny DeVito celebrates Wrexham’s late winnerCredit: XDeVito high-fives another fanCredit: XOliver Rathbone celebrates his late Wrexham winnerCredit: AHPIX.comLast night, the gang headed to Cosm Los Angeles to watch the game.Cosm features an astonishing 87-foot, 12K resolution screen that offers fans an immersive view of whatever game they are watching.The bar is located in Inglewood, California – by the Los Angeles Clippers’ new state-of-the-art Intuit Dome arena.McElhenney and DeVito were joined by co-stars Kaitlin Olson, Charlie Day and Glenn Howerton for the game, as well as several supporters.READ MORE ON WREXHAMThe match remained goalless until the 92nd minute, when Oliver Rathbone secured all three points for Wrexham with a perfect finish.Upon Rathbone’s winner, DeVito could be seen rising off his seat and pumping his fists in celebration.The 80-year-old also high-fived fellow fans in delight.Cosm posted the footage to their social media accounts, with fans loving DeVito’s reaction.Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCosm offers fans in Los Angeles an immersive view of the gameCredit: InstagramOne wrote on X: “Just Danny DeVito celebrating a Wrexham last-minute winner. Just when you thought you had seen it all.”While a second added: “It’s always sunny with these guys around.”I’ve tried for the last three years to join Wrexham but I think my surname will stop me, admits ex-Premier League star James Chester NFL stars Cameron Dicker and Josh Harris also came along to Cosm to watch the game.Wrexham’s win sees them remain second in the table, two points behind leaders Wycombe but having played a game more.Phil Parkinson’s side are four points above Birmingham, although Blues possess three games in hand.Wrexham will be back in action this Saturday, when they travel to Burton Albion.Cosm features an incredible 87-foot 12K resolution screenCredit: Instagram More

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      Reading owner sued for £10m by ex-EFL chief after takeover bid collapsed despite lending League One side £5m

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      READING have been hit with a £10.3million compensation claim by former Wycombe owner Rob Couhig.The American lawyer told SunSport he lodged a claim in the High Court against Renhe Sports Management — the company through which Chinese businessman Dai Yongge owns Reading.Rob Couhig is seeking £800,000 in costs and £9.5m in potential lost profits after Dai Yongge withdrewCredit: RexCouhig is seeking £800,000 in costs and £9.5m in potential lost profits after Yongge withdrew from a £30m agreement to sell the League One club in September.After agreeing a purchase price last summer, Couhig lent the Royals around £5m to help with running costs.All the paperwork required to seal the deal was completed — other than Yongge’s signature.And Couhig was stunned to receive an email from the club in September telling him the deal was off.Read More on FootballYongge went on to enter exclusive negotiations with another buyer, whose identity has never been revealed.RSM have been approached for comment.Couhig insisted he had the interests of the League One club’s boss Ruben Selles and his squad at heart.He added: “I would much rather do a deal to take over the club than win these damages.Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“I really want the club to transact before January so we can get down to business. But no one at Reading has had the courtesy to pick up the phone to me and say, ‘We don’t like X, we want Y’.“I made it clear from day one I am not a bank. I was only lending them money to buy the club.Reading fans are angry as owner sells training ground to EFL rivals Wycombe “I feel terrible for Ruben and the boys.“I’ve tried not to be a distraction, which is why I’ve not said anything.“But enough is enough. I’m at my wits’ end and had to act.”Couhig has insisted all along his offer remains on the table.Ex-Reading chairman Roger Smee revealed Yongge has also rejected his bid to buy the club. More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Ashley Young could face his SON in FA Cup third round as Everton ace says ‘dreams might come true’

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      EVERTON star Ashley Young may face his 18-year-old son Tyler in the FA Cup.The Toffees drew Peterborough United in the third round and will face off on the weekend of January 11 at Goodison Park.Everton star Ashley Young may face his 18-year-old son Tyler in the FA CupCredit: GettyAshley could lock horns against his child, who is currently part of Peterborough UnitedCredit: RexThat means ex-Manchester United ace Ashley, 39, could lock horns against his child, who is currently part of the League One outfit’s Under-21 side.Everton’s versatile full-back is very excited about that prospect as he took to social media and stated a great family dream could soon come true.Ashley tweeted: “WOW………. Dreams Might Come True.#FaCup #GoosebumpsMoment #YoungVsYoung.”Fans are also looking forward to that potential clash between father and son.Read More on FootballOne supporter tweeted: “Hoping you play against him mate! Would be a dream for you! Wish you the best!”Another commented: “The Young Derby.”A third wrote: “Football is really special. What a scene that’d be!”This fan said: “That’s brilliant. Hope it happens for you both.”Most read in FA CupAnd that one issued the following hashtag: “#YoungvsOld.”Tyler joined Peterborough from Queens Park Rangers’ Under-18s last summer.Meet non-league star with longest throw in football who plans to put it to good use in FA Cup giant killingThe midfielder counts only one senior appearance with the Posh, which took place in the EFL Trophy. More