WREXHAM AFC are set to partake in a new football tournament in America later this year. 

The Reds have been given a place in the 'The Soccer Tournament', a seven-a-side competition taking place in North Carolina in June. 

There is a prize of $1 million for the winners of the inaugural competition, which takes place from June 1 to June 4. 

Wrexham’s TST team will feature club legends, including personalities seen in Welcome to Wrexham. 

Paul Rutherford, Shaun Pearson, Mark Carrington and David Jones are some of the players set to represent Wrexham.

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“We look forward to debuting in the US with a legends team and the ambition of winning the tournament,” said Shaun Harvey, advisor to the Board at Wrexham AFC.

“Should we be successful, $500,000 of the prize money will be used to enhance the club’s work in the local community. Wrexham AFC is more than just a first team. It represents the people of North Wales and this tournament will allow us to incorporate former players of the club like we have never been able to do before.”

The attention on Wrexham AFC has skyrocketed since Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over in 2021. 

The Welcome to Wrexham documentary has been very successful across the globe and has led to Wrexham gaining a prominent American audience. 

This season has seen a number of FA Cup games being broadcast live on US television and now the Reds will travel to America for the first time. 

It seems Wrexham is slowly becoming a favourite in the US. 

“Wrexham AFC is an incredible story showcasing the experience that can unfold when fans, players and owners are equally committed to the Club and the community,” said TST founder and CEO Jon Mugar.

“We are proud to welcome the entire Wrexham AFC family to the US and TST to watch the club compete in our electrifying format.”