Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have added another sports team to their ownership portfolio, this time acquiring a minority stake in Mexican football club Necaxa. The move follows their successful venture with Wrexham Football Club in Wales, which they acquired in September 2020.

Joining a group of investors who landed at Necaxa in 2021, including notable figures like Mexican-American actress Eva Longoria, MLB star Justin Verlander, model Kate Upton, and NFL player Odell Beckham Jr., Reynolds and McElhenney aim to replicate the growth and success they achieved with Wrexham.

Reports from ‘Variety’ and Sportico suggest that the group’s objective is to leverage the growing demand for soccer content on television and streaming platforms, tapping into international sports circles to expand their influence.

The involvement of Reynolds and McElhenney also hints at the possibility of a documentary series similar to ‘Welcome to Wrexham’, which documented the journey of their Welsh club. This documentary is expected to shed light on Necaxa’s development and growth trajectory.

Renowned for their roles in films like ‘Deadpool’ and ‘Green Lantern’ (Reynolds) and the comedy series ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ (McElhenney), the duo’s ownership of Wrexham saw the club rise from the fifth division of English football to League One in just two years. Their success wasn’t limited to the field; they also significantly expanded Wrexham’s social media presence, surpassing even Premier League giants like Liverpool FC in terms of online followers.

Necaxa, based in Aguascalientes, north of Mexico City, presents a different challenge for Reynolds and McElhenney, as the club competes in the top tier of Mexican football. However, with their track record of success and innovative approach to club management, fans can expect exciting developments both on and off the pitch as the Hollywood duo embark on their latest sports ownership venture.