Non League: A thrilling match played out in Wales
Wrexham 3 - 2 Notts County
Wrexham took a huge step towards promotion from the National League with a thrilling win over rivals Notts County at the Racecourse Ground.
John Bostock gave the visitors the lead with a fantastic freekick on the stroke of half-time before Paul Mullin swept home to restore parity just five minutes after the restart.
Mullin then turned provider to tee up for Jacob Mendy to put the Reds in front before County came back again through Kyle Cameron's header.
But a thrilling contest swung back into Wrexham's favour, and they got themselves out in front again when Elliot Lee slotted home in what appeared to be the winner.
There was more late drama
The visitors were handed a penalty deep into stoppage time. Up stepped Cedwyn Scott. Ben Foster got down to keep his low spot kick out and seal the three points in the most dramatic of circumstances.
BEN FOSTER! 97th minute penalty save for Wrexham. 🧤 pic.twitter.com/wHFDe810ll
— Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) April 10, 2023
It's all in Wrexham's hands
In truth, even if the penalty had gone in, Wrexham would have still have been favourites for the title. However, because of the win, they move back to the top of the National League on 103 points, three ahead of the Magpies, with four games to play.
The club also has the luxury of a game in hand. Their hopes of ending a 15-year exile from the English Football League are starting to gather serious momentum.
Another chapter for the documentary
Welcome to Wrexham is an American sports documentary series that premiered in August 2022. It documents the events of Wrexham A.F.C. It was told by the club's owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds. Despite a successful season, they missed out on promotion to League Two. However, this season is sure to have a happy ending.
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All the best reaction to this incredible match
Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds spoke with the media after the match. He said: "That was unlike anything I've ever seen before!"
Notts County fan and Twitter user @KRennicks40 was full of praise for the Wrexham co-owner. He replied to the post from BT Sport: "You’re free to have whatever opinion you like on Wrexham’s ownership, but here is what Ryan Reynolds said about us post yesterday’s thriller. I don’t think I have ever seen him lack class. Respectful as they come."
You’re free to have whatever opinion you like on Wrexham’s ownership, but here is what Ryan Reynolds said about us post yesterday’s thriller.
— K-Ci Rennicks (@KRennicks40) April 11, 2023
Don’t think I have ever seen him lack class. Respectful as they come. 👏#Notts pic.twitter.com/eOTjc5tC1X
Jamie from Wrexham was in attendance at the match. He added: "That was one of the best matches I've ever seen. Drama until the very end. I just hope it didn't take too much out of us, and we can hold on for the title. It's in our hands."
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PhilAJ commented on YouTube: "Fantastic game, one of the best games I've ever seen at this level. Onwards and upwards Wrexham, League Two will be a better league with you in it. As for Foster, what a keeper."
Peter is a Notts County was clearly disappointed with the end result but enjoyed the quality of football on display. He told us: "We'll go again for the playoffs. I am very confident that we can recover. Despite everything, this match was incredible. What a great advert for the National League."
