Paul Mullin scores one and set up two more as Wrexham came from behind in front of owners and Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney to beat Notts County to return to the top of the National League; Ben Foster saves added-time penalty to ensure Wrexham take all three points
Monday 10 April 2023 21:22, UK
Ryan Reynolds punched the air before turning to embrace Rob McElhenney as the Hollywood stars moved a big step closer to their dream of leading Wrexham to promotion.
The pair celebrated at the end of a game that had all the thrills of a big screen blockbuster and the ultimate twist as former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster pulled off a penalty save in the seventh minute of stoppage time to secure a 3-2 win against closest rival Notts County.
Wrexham, who have been given A-list sparkle after being bought by the two actors, moved three points clear at the top of the National League with a game in hand.
Elliot Lee's 78th-minute strike was the decisive goal after both teams had led during the match. But it was Foster's save to deny Cedwyn Scott that secured victory and put the fourth tier of English football within sight.
It had been billed as possibly the biggest game in the history of football at this level - and it didn't disappoint.
Wrexham have gained global recognition since being taken over by Reynolds and McElhenney and featuring in a television series that streams worldwide. Both teams went into the match on 100 points each, with County topping the table on goal difference.
Only one team is automatically promoted and Wrexham now lead the way after this crucial win, with four games left to play in the season.
John Bostock fired County ahead in the fourth minute of first-half stoppage time with a free-kick.
Paul Mullin evened the score shortly after half-time and Jacob Mendy put Wrexham ahead in the 69th-minute as Reynolds and McElhenney watched on at the Racecourse Ground.
Celebrations from the home fans were cut short, however, when Kyle Cameron equalised for the visitors in the 75th minute.
Lee then struck three minutes later to put Wrexham on course for victory.
That was before Eoghan O'Connell was adjudged to handle in the box and County had the chance to level the score once again from the penalty spot.
But Foster, who only stepped out of retirement last month to join Wrexham on a short-term deal, proved the hero with his last-gasp save.
