Wrexham co-owner praises players after shock FA Cup win over Nottingham Forest

Goal reports Wrexham co-owner Rob Mac praised his side after their FA Cup third-round victory over Nottingham Forest at the Racecourse Ground. The Red Dragons raced into a 2-0 lead through Liberato Cacace and Oliver Rathbone before Sean Dyche’s rotated Forest side hit back; Igor Jesus pulled a goal back, Dominic Hyam restored Wrexham’s lead with 16 minutes remaining, and Callum Hudson-Odoi scored twice to force extra time.

After a goalless extra period, goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo saved penalties from Jesus and Omari Hutchinson to send Wrexham through 4-3 on spot kicks, producing the first shock of the round. Posting on social media after the game, the actor wrote on his Instagram story: “Over two hours nonstop.

You guys are incredible.” His co-owner Ryan Reynolds was at the game and cheered on the Red Dragons. Manager Phil Parkinson told TNT Sports, via BBC Sport: “It was another crazy game. I was pleased how we played against a really good side... It's a big night for the club, it really is.

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