United Airlines Becomes Latest Shirt Sponsor For Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney’s Wrexham AFC

United Airlines’ logo will soon adorn the shirts of the Welsh soccer team Wrexham AFC. The club’s owners, Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds, announced the sponsorship and gave a preview of what the branded shirt will appear to be earlier today:

A really perfect match

McElhenney and Reynolds went on to have a good time the news of United Airlines’ sponsorship, saying,

“We hunt down sponsors that match the spirit of each Wrexham Association Football Club and the people of Wrexham. We could consider no higher sponsor for the subsequent phase of our quest than United Airlines. The team, town and fans around the globe are united as never before and United Airlines is committed to elevating our story and journey.”

The sponsorship will start from the start of the 2023-24 soccer season. United Airlines shared its excitement concerning the partnership too, with the carrier’s Chief Communications Officer, Josh Earnest, adding,

“The story of Wrexham AFC and their fans represents the most effective of what skilled sports has to supply. The eagerness and perseverance of this team on the rise has captured the imagination of individuals within the US and around the globe. When the Wrexham AFC players deliver much more heart-pumping moments this season, we couldn’t be prouder that United Airlines might be written across their chests. We’re also excited to partner with the team and their co-chairmen across social media and on their hit TV show because the incredible story of this team and its loyal fans continues to unfold.”

Members of United Airlines’ loyalty program, MileagePlus, will profit from special access to Wrexham AFC matches each in Wales and within the US.

International aspirations

Wrexham AFC was founded in 1864, making it the oldest soccer club in Wales. The team currently plays in League Two of the English Football League, but its owners have aspirations to succeed in the Premier League. Since taking on the club, McElhenney and Reynolds have helped to propel Wrexham AFC into the highlight, with a growing following each at home and abroad.

With its global presence and brand recognition, United Airlines is well-placed to support the club’s international aspirations. The Star Alliance carrier can be keen to explore additional ways it might support the local people, while Wrexham AFC’s owners hope to make use of their influence and resources to expand the stadium too, creating positive growth for town of Wrexham and the encompassing area.

The club might be embarking on a US tour this summer, and can, in fact, fly on United Airlines for his or her trip across the Atlantic. Pre-pandemic, they might have been in a position to travel with the carrier from Wrexham’s nearest major international airport – Manchester (MAN), which the airline served from its hub at Newark (EWR). Nonetheless, United Airlines is yet to resume the route, meaning the club’s players and support staff will almost definitely be flying from London Heathrow (LHR) as an alternative, where the airline has a major presence.

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  United Airlines

  IATA/ICAO Code:

  UA/UAL

  Airline Type:

  Full Service Carrier

  Hub(s):

  Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Denver International Airport, Guam International Airport, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport

  Yr Founded:

  1931

  Alliance:

  Star Alliance

  CEO:

  Scott Kirby

  Country:

  United States