Fantasy football: here come TV's Welcome to Wrexham rip-offs
Briefly

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney purchased Wrexham FC in February 2021, transforming the club from fifth division football to the brink of the Premier League. Their efforts were documented in the series 'Welcome to Wrexham,' which gained significant popularity, winning eight primetime Emmy nominations. This new approach to sports ownership showcases the growing trend of reality TV tied to sports teams. Additionally, Tom Brady's series 'Built in Birmingham: Brady and the Blues' chronicles his initiatives with Birmingham City, presenting a narrative focused on American influence in football.
The stars of Deadpool and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia purchased Wrexham FC in February 2021, proving to be noble stewards of the historic club over four years.
Wrexham's ascent from fifth division English football to the Premier League doorstep has become a hit series, 'Welcome to Wrexham,' resonating with American audiences.
The series 'Welcome to Wrexham' has garnered eight primetime Emmy nominations, illustrating the appeal of content-driven narratives in sports through reality TV.
Tom Brady's series, 'Built in Birmingham: Brady and the Blues,' centers on his efforts to turn around Birmingham City with an emphasis on his own methodologies.
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