Wrexham

The first and last parts of this story are what make Wrexham interesting and famous. In between is the story of a team below the second tier for almost their entire history, with a few famous victories and cup runs to brag about. The club was founded in October 1864 in a local pub and played their first game right out back later that month. Both…

By far the biggest is Chester, just 10 miles away—and in England, which only makes it worse. The Cross-Border Derby is intense, but it hasn’t happened since 2007, and Chester are now three leagues below. Also disliked are nearby neighbors Shrewsbury Town and Tranmere Rovers, as well as Welsh clubs Swansea City, Cardiff City, and Newport County….

Also caught up in the new world, Wrexham AFC Women are becoming professional for the first time. They were founded in 2003, became part of the club in 2009, and now play in the Welsh Premier League. Home games are in a local stadium called The

The most unique one is “Wrexham is the name,” which includes the lines: Fearless in devotion, Rising to promotion. To the ranks of mighty heroes, Fighting foes in every land. History only tells a story, We are here to see your glory. Stand aside, the Reds are coming. Wrexham is the…

Even without all the recent changes—and maybe even more so without them—the Racecourse is a wonderful old ground. It’s historic, cozy, and packed with charm as well as people. It is the world’s oldest ground still hosting internationals; the first Wales game there was in 1877. Along one side is the Wrexham Lager Stand, built in 1972, and on the…

GETTING THERE: Once you get to town, it couldn’t be much easier. It’s about a five-minute walk from Wrexham General Station, which is a pretty good haul from almost anywhere else. From the station, just turn right for the ground and left for the town. PUBS: Obviously, The Turf is the place to be. What it was like before, we…