Ryan Reynolds Admits to Adult Diaper Nervousness Before Wrexhams Historic Promotion
Ryan Reynolds didn’t hold back in expressing his nerves ahead of Wrexham AFC’s monumental promotion, and his candidness has fans buzzing. During the season finale of *Welcome to Wrexham*, which aired on June 26, 2025, the 48-year-old actor humorously described his anxiety as “adult diaper nervous.” This lighthearted yet vivid description came not during a game but rather in the moments leading up to a critical match that would determine Wrexham’s fate for automatic promotion into the Championship League. The pressure was palpable, as Wrexham’s success hinged on the outcome of a match between their fiercest rivals, the Wycombe Wanderers, and Leyton Orient. As Reynolds explained, “That was the moment I think all of us, everybody, the entire town, went ‘Holy s***, this could happen.’ We could not only be promoted, but we could make history doing it.” The tension was high as fans and players alike awaited the results of the Wycombe game, which would take place just hours before Wrexham was set to take the field against Charlton Athletic. The stakes were raised even further when Wycombe lost 1-0, meaning that a victory for Wrexham would secure their promotion from League One to the Championship League. Spoiler alert: Wrexham triumphed with a decisive 3-0 victory, making them the first team in history to achieve three consecutive promotions. Reynolds, along with co-chair Rob McElhenney, purchased Wrexham in 2020 with the ambitious goal of leading the team to the Premier League. Now, they are just one promotion away from realizing that dream. Reflecting on their journey, McElhenney joked, “A few years ago, we were not in the English Football League. They asked us what was our goal, and I said the Premier League, and people laughed. No one’s laughing anymore.” The excitement surrounding Wrexham’s achievements is not just about the game; it’s about the community that supports the team. Reynolds emphasized the unique spirit of Wrexham, stating, “A back to back to back promotion doesn’t happen. The only place it could happen is here. Wrexham’s the only place that this kind of historical miracle could happen in.” As the team continues to make headlines, fans can catch new episodes of *Welcome to Wrexham* airing on FX every Thursday at 9 p.m. ET, with episodes available for streaming on Hulu the following day. The show not only chronicles the journey of Wrexham AFC but also highlights the profound connection between the team and its community, making it a must-watch for sports fans and Reynolds enthusiasts alike. With Reynolds and McElhenney at the helm, the future looks bright for Wrexham AFC, and fans are eager to see what happens next in this incredible story.