Wrexham AFC just delivered the ultimate underdog story 🌟! The Welsh club, co-owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, stunned Premier League giants Nottingham Forest 4-3 on penalties in a wild FA Cup clash that felt straight out of a movie script 🎥. Goalkeeper Arthur Okonko became an instant legend with two crucial shootout saves after 120 minutes of heart-stopping drama.
🔥 First-half goals from Liberato Cacace and Oliver Rathbone put the Championship side in control, but Forest fought back through Igor Jesus and a Dominic Hyam header. Just when it seemed over, substitute Callum Hudson-Odoi scored twice – including an 89th-minute equalizer – to force extra time ⏰.
💬 'Some players need to look in the mirror,' said Forest manager Sean Dyche after his team’s shock exit. Meanwhile, Wrexham fans are celebrating their third promotion since 2021 – proof that Hollywood magic and grassroots soccer can mix 🍿⚽.
With four straight Championship wins already this season, could this be the start of another fairytale chapter? 📖 Stay tuned!
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Wrexham ride 'rollercoaster' to knock Nottingham Forest out of FA Cup
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