Hugh Jackman has revealed his ambition to invest in Norwich City, a direct Championship rival of Wrexham A.F.C. The Hollywood actor confirmed his interest in buying a stake in the club during an interview broadcast on Thursday, as reported by Sportsnet Soccer. Jackman's potential move into football ownership would set up a fascinating subplot with fellow actor Ryan Reynolds, who co-owns Wrexham. The news emerges as Wrexham currently sits 11th in the Championship table with 5 points from their opening four matches, a record of one win, two draws, and one loss.
Why is Hugh Jackman interested in Norwich?
His connection to the club is personal. Jackman is a fan of Norwich City because his mother's home city is in the east of England. When asked in the interview if he would like to 'buy a bit' of the club, he gave a clear response. "I'm very, very interested in talking about it right now," Hugh Jackman said. He added, "You're the first one to know that. There's a little exclusive." The club is majority owned by Mark Attanasio, the principal owner of Major League Baseball's Milwaukee Brewers. Jackman praised the team's progress under Belgian coach Philippe Clement, who was hired last November, calling it an exciting team heading into the new season.
How does this relate to Wrexham A.F.C.?
The story naturally draws comparisons to the major impact Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have had at Wrexham since their 2021 takeover. Jackman acknowledged his fellow actor's success but made his own allegiance clear. "Good on Ryan, you do your thing, I'm all about the Canaries," he stated. Both clubs are expected to be contenders for promotion to the Premier League this season, adding a layer of on-field competition to the off-field narrative. Wrexham's current form reads WLDD, and they have scored 6 goals while conceding 4, giving them a positive goal difference of +2. Fans can track the evolving promotion race on our standings page.
What is the current state of both clubs?
Norwich City last played in the Premier League four years ago but has a proud history, including a famous 1993 UEFA Cup victory over German giants Bayern Munich. Their rivalry with Wrexham is a new feature of the English second tier. Wrexham, under its famous ownership, has been put on the global soccer map. The Reds are currently five points behind league leaders Swansea City in the title race. Their next challenge is a significant one, an away fixture against those same Swansea leaders scheduled for September 5, 2026. You can view all upcoming matches on the club's fixtures schedule.
What happens next for Wrexham?
The immediate focus for Phil Parkinson's squad is closing the gap at the top of the table. The upcoming match against Swansea represents a direct opportunity to gain ground on the league leaders. The team's mixed start to the campaign, detailed in our stats section, shows room for improvement as they aim for a promotion push. Hugh Jackman's interest in a rival club adds an intriguing backdrop to a season where every point matters. Wrexham's next league game is away to Swansea City on September 5.
