One Half of Funniest Soccer Club Owners Rob McElhenney Claims He Is Anything but Funny in New Video

Published 01/11/2025, 9:40 PM EST

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Millions of dollars, an eye for talent, and promotional tactics have breathed new life into Wrexham AFC, thanks to its unlikely saviors, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. But the real MVP in this underdog tale is not the bankroll or the clever strategy, it is the banter, as sharp and well-timed as a striker’s winning goal, that the two owners share.

Reynolds, ever the comedic virtuoso, leans so hard into his funny-man persona it’s practically a second career. Meanwhile, McElhenney, with a humility that would make anyone suspicious, insists he has nothing to do with the laughs.

Rob McElhenney delivers laughs as he denies the humor claim

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While the OG Twitteratis would know better since they saw Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in their prime as they had hilarious battles on the app, even new fans are aware of their game. Therefore, when Rob McElhenney appeared alongside Quinta Brunson on the GOAT Talk where they discussed all things GOATed, which of course led to a discussion about McElhenney's humor, to which he stated that he had none and was simply leaching off on his super humorous friends.

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It is unclear, however, if McElhenney was giving his trolls a taste of their own medicine as this is a narrative often spun by some fans of Wrexham AFC or whether he genuinely believed that he was not the kind of guy that would make someone roar with laughter; that is something his Hollywood friends do.

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Despite the statement, McElhenney has been the mastermind behind some of the most hilarious Wrexham AFC campaigns and banter, and now even a TV crossover.

Rob McElhenney brings forth an unconventional television crossover

While the good old times where the family of Wizards would find themselves on the suite life on deck with Hannah Montanna performing have come to an end for the most part, Rob McElhenney and Quinta Brunson are attempting to recreate the magic as they partake in the most unexpected crossover with Abbott Elementary and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

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Despite sitcoms having been reduced dramatically in size and figures, Abbott Elementary and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia have managed to stand their ground and now plan to further tickle the funny bones with their collaboration. Even if what McElhenney said about him not being funny was true, it will not be true for much long with the crossover coming soon.

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Aliza Siddiqui

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Aliza Siddiqui, a seasoned entertainment journalist and primary editor at Netflix Junkie, discovered her passion for storytelling through Anne Hathaway's iconic performance in Princess Diaries. Her love for film was further solidified by the thought-provoking climax of Don't Look Up, which left her in awe of its ability to balance humor and commentary, much like The Dictator and Cunk on Earth, which impressed her with their loud yet subtle haywire references. With a background in writing over a thousand articles at Otakukart, Aliza brings her unique voice and style to her editorial role, where she incorporates her idiosyncratic wit with engaging content.

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