Channing Tatum Issued an Apology to Ryan Reynolds Following a Crazy Night Out With Wrexham Players

When Channing Tatum Visits Wrexham

The anticipation was palpable the moment Channing Tatum stepped into the locker room. I imagined it must have felt quite surreal for the players – one of those moments you might daydream about but never expect to happen in reality. This week’s episode of the FX docuseries captured Tatum’s visit to Wrexham AFC, and what an episode it was.

Ryan Reynolds, ever the charming host, had brought Tatum along to a soccer game (or football, as they say in Wales) on May 29. Wrexham midfielder Elliot Lee shared a laugh with us about the unexpected visit. “I was just doing my usual match routine,” he recalled, “and then Ryan walks in with another friend.” It wasn’t long before Tatum was joking around like he’d known the team for years. It’s these casual moments that seem to define the unique atmosphere at Wrexham.

Reynolds couldn’t resist a little jest, warning the team with a smile, “He will drink you under the table.” The camaraderie and humor were infectious, and even as an outsider, you could feel it.

Post-game festivities didn’t disappoint either. Although Wrexham ended up tying with Cambridge United, Tatum still joined the team for a night out – a special occasion since it coincided with Lee’s 30th birthday bash. Lee hinted that it was “a great night” but left out any juicy details. Perhaps that’s for the best; some things are just better left to imagination.

Tatum’s visit wasn’t solely for pleasure, though. He was also there to shoot a commercial for STōK Cold Brew Coffee, a Wrexham team sponsor. The brand is gearing up for their big Super Bowl LIX ad – quite the collaboration! This intertwining of sports and Hollywood has given fans plenty to talk about.

Reynolds took a moment to reminisce in his confessional about Tatum’s career: “Back in 2006… he danced in a movie and people noticed. A few more films later and he’s almost 45 now, still dancing without wires or CGI – he’s magic!” It’s clear that there’s mutual admiration between these stars.

The night out seemed to be legendary in its own right. Reynolds shared snippets from texts he received from Tatum later on: “Oops! I might have had too much fun with the boys… It’s definitely going to be on the Internet.” Reynolds laughed it off as he ended with an affectionate nod: “F***ing magic Mike.”

It’s this blend of celebrity charm and local football spirit that keeps viewers coming back to the show. If you’re curious about catching more moments like this, new episodes premiere on FX Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET and stream on Hulu afterward. And if you’re keen on learning more about Channing Tatum’s latest ventures, you might want to check out this article on BBC covering his recent projects.

For more context, see this BBC Entertainment overview.