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The international break might feel like the longest one in history, but the news at Wrexham AFC never stops! In this episode, we break down the major talking points from CEO Michael Williamson’s wide-ranging interview - including the incredible story of how Ryan Reynolds helped secure a big deal. Plus, Williamson addresses Phil Parkinson's future, quashes those quitting rumours and dives into the role of Steve Nickson. Later in the show, we’re joined by Wrexham legend Andy Morrell! Andy shares his favourite Humphrey Ker moments, gives an unfiltered rating of the current squad and reveals who has impressed him and who needs to step up. IN THIS EPISODE: Intro: Surviving the International Break and Live Night DetailsHow Ryan Reynolds Got Wrexham a Back-of-Shirt SponsorPhil Parkinson's Future & Quashing the Quit RumoursSteve Nickson's Role, The Kop Rebuild & Buying The TurfWrexham Legend Andy Morrell Joins the Show!Andy’s Best Humphrey Ker StoriesSquad Rating: Who Has Impressed & Who Needs to Step Up? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rhys and Tim look back with fondness on Humphrey Ker's legacy at Wrexham AFC. The man who instigated it all left the club in every capacity on Monday leaving many fans wondering why, and why now? WARNING: This is an exceptionally positive pod and should be treated with caution in the event you require a tissue to dab away a few tears. 🔔 Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss a Wrexham AFC update! #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham #EFL #theturf #RacecourseGround #WxmAFC @humphreyker #snluk #snl #snlive 👇 Links & Offers: Join the Predictions Game: fidpodcast.com Grab your newsletter subscription here https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Live Night Tickets:🔗 Get your MaesGwyn Tickets Here: https://fidpodcast.com/live Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell to never miss an episode! Up the Town! 🔴⚪ #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liam and Tim are back for an international break edition of Fearless in Devotion! In this episode, we react to the massive news that Wrexham AFC's ownership group has officially acquired the historic Turf pub. We break down the official club statement, analyse what this landmark move means for the long-term future of the iconic pub and explore how it fits into the broader redevelopment of the Racecourse Ground In this episode: The Turf Takeover: What the ownership group’s latest acquisition means for fans, landlord Wayne Jones and matchday experience. Hotel Wrexham AFC? Rumours are swirling that the Allyn family is eyeing surrounding student flat blocks for redevelopment - could a club-owned hotel be on the horizon? 3,000 New Kop Season Tickets? We dissect comments from the club's former Head of Commercial regarding potential Kop stand allocations (3,000 season tickets vs 2,000 general sale) and debate whether it’s factual or pure fantasy. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wrexham delivered a performance and win over Southampton to leave Phil Parkinson vindicated after a week of soul searching. The manager was serenaded by 10,000 Wrexham fans throughout the game after proving he still knows exactly what we need. In this episode, Tim, Andy and Liam discuss the game and all the key talking points, including: Was a win a fair result?Vyner's best performance?That awful refereeing displayRob and Ryan's spygate videoWhere does this leave us going into October? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the cold light of day, how are we really feeling about THAT Wrexham defeat to West Ham? Liam, Tim and Andy digest the heavy loss and address the recent rumour mill surrounding Phil Parkinson’s future. Is the "Parky set to quit" gossip nonsense? (Spoiler: He isn't, and he shouldn't!) We outline a game plan to fix things on Saturday and discuss whether the upcoming match is an absolute must-win. Then, we take a deep dive into our next opponents, Southampton, with Glen from the Total Saints podcast, including: The lasting legacy of Spygate and where Southampton stand todaySaints' key strengths, weaknesses and players to watchOur all-important match predictions Plus, we touch on some brilliant news off the pitch - the steelwork on the new Kop stand is complete, and it's looking incredible! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We deliberately waited 48 hours for this one. Andy, Liam and Tim needed time to reflect, process and find some positives after Wrexham suffered an utter hammering from West Ham on Friday night. The West Ham Debacle: We launch a staunch defence of Phil Parkinson, though he certainly takes his share of the blame for the performance.Tactical Dissection: What actually went wrong? We break down the line-up surprises - including George Dobson's shock star - and try (but sometimes fail) to not single people out.Fixing It Against Southampton: We offer concrete solutions, pick our starting XI for the next match and discuss what the crowd needs to do to lift the squad out of this sticky patch.Wrexham Women & Legend News: Plus, celebrating a massive victory for Wrexham Women against arch-rivals Cardiff and discussing a big-time move for a bona fide club legend! Like, subscribe, and drop your match reactions and preferred Southampton XI in the comments below! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four draws in six games...Wrexham failed to see off bottom-of-the-table Burnley and Andy and Tim are here to dissect exactly what went wrong. We break down the positives, including standout performances from Jacques Ekomie, Anthony Patterson and the peerless Callum Doyle - alongside the pressing negatives: Is the midfield too static?Are we giving Kieffer Moore the service he needs?Have we got the right balance with our attacking midfielders? We also discuss the appointment of new sporting director Steve Nickson and whether he can fix the balance in the next transfer window and what his priorities are. Then, we turn our attention to West Ham. Geo from Hammer Chat joins us to cover: West Ham’s struggles on and off the pitch & a fascinating look at their ownership battleTheir strengths and weaknesses following three wins in a rowHow Hammers fans really feel about manager Nuno and life at the London Stadium Finally, we check in on the prediction game standings and give our score predictions for the big match. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rhys, Andy, Tim, and Liam are all here to break down a thrilling 0-0 draw against league-leaders Swansea City. From Phil Parkinson's line up tweaks including a shock start for Ryan Longman, we dissect how Wrexham matched top-of-the-table opposition. In this episode: ⚽ Swansea Analysis: Why this 0-0 was far from boring, Parkinson’s 5 team changes, and Anthony Patterson’s performance. 💥 Callum O’Hare Debut: Two massive chances and that brutal Ben Cubango tackle was it a red? 🔥 Burnley Preview: Joe from TurfCast joins the show with a hilariously downbeat breakdown of Burnley’s recent struggles ahead of our matchup. Who is sh*t? (Clue: Everyone). 👑 Wrexham Women: Celebrating a brilliant 4-0 victory and we discuss the long-term vision for the women's side. 📊 Predictions & New Feature: Checking the leaderboard and introducing our brand-new Player Ratings section! Like, subscribe, and drop your match predictions in the comments below! Who was your Man of the Match against Swansea? #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham #PhilParkinson #EFL #SwanseaCity #millwall #millwallpodcast #swansea #burnleyfc #burnley Links & Offers: Join the Predictions Game: fidpodcast.com Grab your newsletter subscription here https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Live Night Tickets:🔗 Get your MaesGwyn Tickets Here: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thurs... Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell to never miss an episode! Up the Town! 🔴⚪ #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham #UpTheTown #Dragons #FootballPodcast #EFL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a difference a game makes! Rhys, Tim, and Andy break down a stunning performance at Millwall before turning all attention to Saturday’s massive Welsh derby against Swansea City. We reflect on a dream night in south London where everything clicked. How does Phil Parkinson keep pulling these big performances out of the bag when needed most? From Max Cleworth’s return to dominant displays on the flanks by Issa Kaboré and Jacques Ekomié - is the Gabon international already Wrexham’s newest cult hero? Plus, praise for Lewis O’Brien and Kieffer Moore as we celebrate our best-ever away win in the second tier. Then, we preview the Swansea clash with two special guests: Luke (SwansCast) breaks down Swansea's form and whether data analytics is driving their success. Rob Phillips joins to discuss the broader picture of Welsh football, key standouts this season, and who will win on Saturday. Finally, we address the transfer rumors: could free agent Jamie Vardy actually be heading to the STōK Cae Ras? In This Episode: ⚽ Millwall Reaction and does Parky do it? 🧠 Parky's Tactical Masterclass & Max is a Standout 🇬🇦 Is Jacques Ekomié Already a Cult Hero? 🦢 Swansea Preview with SwansCast’s Luke 🎙️ Rob Phillips on Welsh Football & Derby Predictions 🚨 Transfer Rumours: Jamie Vardy to Wrexham? #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham #PhilParkinson #EFL #SwanseaCity #millwall #millwallpodcast #swansea Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer window is officially closed and the panel is here to dissect all the deadline day drama! Join Andy, Barry, Simon (and eventually Tim) as they rate and slate Wrexham AFC’s complete transfer business. With seven new arrivals through the door and some high-profile stars heading out, we take a deep dive into Phil Parkinson's big moves. From a shock goalkeeper signing that could make or break him to strengthening critical areas across the pitch, we break down every single deal one by one. In this episode, we cover: 🧤 The New Keeper: A high-stakes move—will this signing prove to be a masterstroke or a massive risk? 💪 Squad Upgrades: Did we adequately strengthen our key weakness areas? ⚽ The Striker Question: Should Wrexham have pushed harder for another frontline goalscorer? 💰 Value & Strategy: Did leaving business late cost us, or did we get top value for our money? ⭐ Final Window Ratings: Our complete panel scores for the transfer window - is this squad built for promotion? Drop your own transfer window rating in the comments below! Did Parky do enough to secure promotion this season? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham #TransferWindow #PhilParkinson #EFL #WrexhamPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wrexham's winless run continues following a dismal 2-1 defeat to Birmingham City. In this episode, Tim and Andy break down two very poor goals conceded and ask the tough question: Is Phil Parkinson already under pressure with a difficult fixture list right around the corner? We discuss whether throwing more money at squad transfers will actually fix Wrexham's tactical shortcomings, evaluate the full debut of Jacques Ekomie, and look at the promising cameo from new signing Issa Kaboré. Plus, we cover all the latest transfer market moves in and out during a busy week, update the prediction game, and look ahead to what needs to change for our upcoming clash against Millwall! PS. Sorry about the rather stark headline - we don't think he is yet, but the algorithm loves stuff like that What we cover in this episode: ⚽ Wrexham 1-2 Birmingham reaction & breakdown 🔥 Is Phil Parkinson under pressure? 🛑 Defensive errors & poor goals conceded 💰 Will more transfer spending solve our issues? ✨ Jacques Ekomie debut & Issa Kaboré cameo 🔄 Latest Wrexham transfers in & out 🔮 Prediction Game update & Millwall preview 🔴 Enjoying the podcast? Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss an episode! 🔔 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments below: Is it time to worry about Parkinson's tactics, or will the new signings turn things around against Millwall? 💬 #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham #PhilParkinson #EFL #WrexhamFX #BirminghamCity #MillwallFC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wrexham have reportedly struck a deal with Angers for left-back Jacques Ekomié - and beat German giants Hamburg in the process! In this episode, Andy and Tim react to the latest transfer news, break down what Ekomié brings to Phil Parkinson’s squad and discuss a major shift in the boardroom with Shaun Harvey moving upstairs to focus on board-level operations and Elis Wyn Jones joining the directors. Plus, we cover the UK release of the new third kit and bring on EFL expert and Birmingham City fan Gab Sutton for an in-depth match preview. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ticket chaos, transfer heartbreak, and frustration on the pitch - it’s been an absolute rollercoaster week for Wrexham AFC! Join Rhys, Andy, Tim, and Liam as they break down all the latest drama on and off the field. 🎙️🔴 Here is what we are covering in this episode: 🎫 Ticket Woes & Fan War Stories: We reflect on our own experiences in the ticket queue and share the stories from fellow supporters trying to get into the Racecourse Ground. What more can - and should - the club be doing? ⚽ Watford Draw & Missing Spark: Another point on the board, but a serious lack of firepower has us worried. We discuss how Phil Parkinson can ignite the attack, whether Lewis O'Brien will ever find the back of the net, and how good is Danny Imray? 🧤 Arthur Okonkwo's Shock Exit: Fan favourite Arthur Okonkwo is off to Charlton on loan. Does sending a top keeper out on loan make any business sense for the club, or is this a massive misstep? Plus, we share our favourite memories of Arthur between the sticks. 💣 Bumper Transfer Special: We dive deep into the latest transfer deadline rumours - including a sensational link to an up-and-coming future superstar who is also on Juventus’s radar! We evaluate where the squad still urgently needs reinforcements. 💔 Has Wrexham Lost Its Soul?: We address the viral social media post causing a massive debate across the fan base. Is the club becoming overly corporate and pushing away its local roots, or is this just the price of modern success? We offer some honest, heartfelt takes on what "makes it Wrexham." Don't forget to like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts on the Okonkwo loan and the club's corporate direction in the comments below! 👇 Links & Offers: Join the Predictions Game: fidpodcast.com Grab your newsletter subscription here https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Live Night Tickets:🔗 Get your MaesGwyn Tickets Here: https://fidpodcast.com/#live Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell to never miss an episode! Up the Town! 🔴⚪ #WrexhamAFC #Wrexham #UpTheTown #Dragons #FootballPodcast #EFL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Championship season is officially underway and Fearless in Devotion is back to dissect Wrexham's dramatic 1-1 draw in the Welsh derby against Cardiff City. Andy, Tim, Rhys and Liam break down all the action from a lively evening in South Wales. After Wrexham took an early lead with a fast through Kieffer Moore, following a dominant start, a late second-half free-kick from Rubin Colwill saw Cardiff claw back an equaliser. Was this a solid point gained on the road in a hostile environment, or two huge points dropped after having the game in our grasp? In this episode, the lads dive deep into: Patterson's Debut: Analysing Anthony Patterson’s first appearance in goal - could he have done better to stop Cardiff's absolute rocket of a free-kick?Derby Debrief: Why Wrexham dropped off after a strong start, taking in the electric away end atmosphere and Liam going "full beast mode" on George Dobson's tackle.Salty Fan Reactions: Reading through some delightfully bitter Cardiff City forum posts and social media comments following the full-time whistle.Off-Pitch & Transfers: The full story on the Arthur Okonkwo situation, our thoughts on the new kit sponsor and what positions Wrexham desperately need to sign before the transfer deadline shuts.Watford Preview: Match predictions and tactical expectations ahead of Saturday’s clash at the Racecourse Ground ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A massive episode ahead of Wrexham's huge season opener against Welsh rivals Cardiff City! We start by tackling the biggest issue of the week: Wrexham’s new membership-only ticketing system. Is it actually inclusive, or is it shutting fans out? We share our honest thoughts. In this episode: Cardiff City Preview: Ben James (View From The Ninian) gives us the inside scoop on what to expect down in South Wales. FID Predictions Game: Friend of the pod Ryan Brewer joins to launch our new game over at fidpodcast.com. State of Welsh Football: BBC Wales correspondent Chris Wathan breaks down the big match and where Welsh football stands today.💰 Transfer Talk: We debate Henrik Falchener vs. Harry Souttar, plus the latest transfer rumours. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Enjoy this Fat Boar-sponsored episode? Please consider buying us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fearlessidzine Check out our new website: fidpodcast.com Get tickets for our next live night in November: https://www.mghall.co.uk/events/thursday-26th-november-fearless-in-devotion-live-podcast To subscribe to our Wrexham is the Game newsletter visit: https://wrexhamisthegame.substack.com/ Find us on socials: https://linktr.ee/fearlessidzine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.