Actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, known for owning Wrexham AFC, have bought a stake in the Mexican soccer team Club Necaxa, according to Sportico. 

This move could introduce elements seen in their ownership of Wrexham, such as storytelling and an unscripted docuseries, to Necaxa. 

Now, it's worth noting that Reynolds and McElhenney's success in Wrexham, marked by creative media marketing and growth in fan base, has led to anticipation for similar achievements in Necaxa. While Necaxa, a century-old team competing in Mexico's top division, already has notable investors, the addition of Reynolds and McElhenney further builds up its profile. 

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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's New Venture

Club Necaxa is a professional soccer team based in Aguascalientes, Mexico. The club competes in Liga MX, the top tier of the Mexican soccer league system. 

Established in 1923, Necaxa has its own achievements and has experienced success in Mexican football, winning multiple league titles and domestic cup competitions. They play their home matches at Estadio Victoria.

Reynolds and McElhenney's decision to invest in Club Necaxa coincides with talks about combining Major League Soccer (MLS) and Liga MX, showing acknowledgment of the increasing popularity of soccer throughout North America.

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