Rob McElhenney graciously congratulated Blues and hinted at the rematch in the New Year in response to Birmingham City’s triumph over his Wrexham team. In front of a packed house and a number of well-known business visitors, including as Inter Miami founder David Beckham, Peaky Blinders creator Stephen Knight, and chair of the advisory board Tom Brady, the Blues defeated the Dragons 3-1 at St Andrew’s.
Jack Marriott gave Wrexham an early lead, but Jay Stansfield, making his second league appearance for the team, equalized just before halftime after pouncing on a rebound following Alfie May’s first attempt. After Alex Cochrane’s cross was headed into the far corner by club record signing Stansfield, midfielder Tomoki Iwata opened his account with a spectacular third goal to seal the victory.
In addition to praising the Blues as a club, McElhenney also acknowledged the fans for creating a lively atmosphere and the ground crew for accommodating the star of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia throughout the evening. Already scheduled for January 25 at the Racecourse Ground, the rematch is something he is eagerly anticipating.
“@BCFC Fantastic side that. In response to Blues’ full-time post announcing the win, he wrote, “Congrats.” “I appreciate your hospitality. Your personnel and fans were impeccable. I’ll see you in January. I anticipate that we will both be prepared.
