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Wrexham AFC has secured the National League title with a stunning come-from-behind victory over Boreham Wood at the Racecourse Ground. Co-chairmen Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney were present to witness Phil Parkinson’s men recover from an early setback and emerge as 3–1 winners in front of over 10,000 fans. After the game, the Hollywood duo paid tribute to the Reds fans, top goalscorer Paul Mullin, and title challengers Notts County in an interview with BT Sport. They were visibly moved as the team secured their first silverware since the takeover in 2021. Paul Mullin scored twice, and Elliot Lee added a header to clinch the victory against an impressive Boreham Wood outfit chasing promotion to the Football League. Wrexham’s final game as a non-league outfit will be against Torquay United at Plainmoor next week. Speaking to BT Sports, in the post-match interview. Ryan Reynolds said: "I am not sure I can process what happened tonight, I am still little speechless." "'Why Wrexham?' [when people ask], This is why Wrexham. This happening, right now, is why." When asked about the significance of Wrexham’s return to the Football League and what it means to supporters, McElhenney stated: "I think the sound of the town speaks for itself." "It’s a time of celebration and be welcomed into their community and be welcomed to this, it is the honour of my life." Reynolds praised Notts County, who were long-time title challengers and pushed Wrexham to the limit. He stated: "This entire story, the reason we are all on edge of our seats is because Notts County are so damn good. "They deserve to go up. We are rooting for Notts County. We want to see them go up." McElhenney then signed off by exclaiming: "Paul Mullin is one of the greatest football players in the world." Don't miss out on the excitement of the Maidstone United match discussion - share your post-match thoughts and join in on the conversation! Join the Pride of Nottingham community now! Sign up to share your thoughts, opinions, and passion for the Magpies with fellow Notts County fans and help keep us united.

Jim O’Brien scored a hat-trick in a thrilling win against Maidstone in the final away match of the season. However, Wrexham secured the title with a 3-1 win over Boreham Wood. O’Brien and Cedwyn Scott put the team ahead before Maidstone scored two quick goals. Ruben Rodrigues won and scored a free-kick before O’Brien completed his hat-trick. Manager Luke Williams made several changes to his team. Archie Mair started in goal instead of Sam Slocombe. Connell Rawlinson was left out of the defence, and Aden Baldwin and Kyle Cameron formed a back three with Richard Brindley. Frank Vincent replaced Adam Chicksen at left wing-back, and Jodi Jones took the opposite slot over Aaron Nemane. O’Brien played in midfield, while Rodrigues and Sam Austin were slightly ahead of him. Scott was given the nod up front over Junior Morias. Scott opened the scoring after five minutes, with O’Brien adding a second ten minutes later. Maidstone struggled to contain Jones, who set up several chances for the team. In the second half, O’Brien extended the lead before Maidstone scored two goals in quick succession. Rodrigues scored a free-kick to make it 4-2 before setting up O’Brien for his hat-trick. Although Maidstone had a chance to score again, Mair made an excellent save to secure the win. Don't miss out on the excitement of the Maidstone United match discussion - share your post-match thoughts and join in on the conversation! Join the Pride of Nottingham community now! Sign up to share your thoughts, opinions, and passion for the Magpies with fellow Notts County fans and help keep us united.

POST-MATCH | MAIDSTONE 2-5 NOTTS COUNTY | JIM O'BRIEN

POST-MATCH | MAIDSTONE 2-5 NOTTS COUNTY | LUKE WILLIAMS

Luke Williams, the head coach of Notts County, has emphasised the importance of pushing hard in the remaining two games of the National League season. Williams wants his team to take advantage of any mistakes made by the leaders, Wrexham. Following their 3-0 victory over Yeovil on Tuesday evening, Phil Parkinson's side is four points ahead of the Magpies. However, a win against Boreham Wood this weekend would secure the title for Notts County before the final day of the season. Despite the recent setback suffered in the defeat at the Racecourse Ground, Notts County bounced back with a 3-0 win against Woking at Meadow Lane last weekend. However, Williams was not pleased with his team's first-half performance, which he described as disappointing. The team headed into the interval goalless, having created very few chances and struggled to maintain possession due to the away side's relentless pressing. When asked about addressing the first-half display, Williams stated that the team's sole focus is on producing a better performance when they travel to Kent this weekend. "We had many excuses if you want, but we have the option, and we have to choose whether we want to use the excuses or push for better," Luke Williams told BBC Radio Nottingham. "We have to push to be better and to overcome our feelings and not be affected by things going on around us or because we have a certain amount of points and we potentially we don't get anything for that. "All those things are irrelevant, and we have to make sure our minds are focused on the performance, and there was enough in there to win the game, but it is certainly something that had to be highlighted and as a group, we have had to face up to that and try to make sure we give a better account of ourselves in the whole game next time out." Despite amassing a triple-digit score and scoring numerous goals, Notts County's quest to return to the English Football League on their fourth attempt may be decided this weekend. Wrexham is aware that securing three points against Boreham Wood will bring an end to their 15-year spell in the National League. Nevertheless, Williams has stated that his team is motivated to capitalize on any errors made by the league leaders. He also emphasizes the significance of maintaining their winning mindset and momentum if that is the route they have to take into the playoffs. "To go into these two final fixtures feeling like we don't want to push ourselves, and we don't want to play as well as we can possibly play and give everything to the cause, would be a mistake because potentially there is a change elsewhere and Wrexham do manage to somehow not win their games. "If we didn't win our games, we would feel like we missed a massive opportunity, so we have to remain driven to win, but that will also protect our mentality potentially going into the play-offs. "We have to remain focused and try to win our remaining two games." As this weekend's rivals, Maidstone, have already been relegated, some may assume that only one outcome is likely, given the divergent paths the teams have taken this season. Nevertheless, the head coach of Notts anticipates another arduous challenge for his squad, stating, "Maidstone no longer have any pressure on them and can now play with a newfound freedom." "I think players will be trying to show up well so that they are in the plans going forward whether they are trying to make a jump to another club to try and impress - and that can be difficult to play against. "Sometimes when you play a team that is close to a bad situation, they can become anxious and that may affect their performance - and equally with a team chasing a huge goal it can become anxious also, and it can become a problem for them. "There is an unknown with a team that has already suffered their worst fear, now it is up to them about how they want to approach the game, and we're anticipating a really tough game against a team who has freedom and energy and want to try and impress." With the possibility of the play-offs approaching, it is crucial to have a significant number of players available at this phase of the season. In the latest developments, Williams has received Cedwyn Scott and Richard Brindley back, who were absent for a considerable part of the season due to injury. The club's latest signing, Junior Morias, also made his debut for Meadow Lane last weekend, despite suffering from a minor issue sustained at Dagenham and Redbridge. "Everyone is training, but we do have a few guys that are nursing small problems, but nobody is completely off the training pitch," Williams explained when asked about the shape of his squad for the trip to Kent this weekend. "We have some sore bodies as you can imagine at this stage of the season - we have a number of players that have been carrying issues for a while now, and they don't go away if you don't rest. "We are there or thereabouts, there are one or two that we are looking after, but I think we will have a very healthy squad to pick from for the game." Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!

PRESS CONFERENCE | MAIDSTONE (A) | MATT PALMER

PRESS CONFERENCE | MAIDSTONE (A) | LUKE WILLIAMS

TRAINING | LADS AT THE LANE

Notts County Football Club has opened up voting for their player of the season, following an impressive campaign in the National League 2022/23 season. The club has two remaining league games in the regular season and secured 2nd place on 25th March 2023 with a superb 4-0 win over Scunthorpe United. Their journey to the playoffs was not without its challenges, as seen in their closely contested matches against Boreham Wood and Gateshead, both of which resulted in draws back in August 2022. This placed Notts in 6th in the National League 3 games into the season, with Barnet and Chesterfield sitting joint top on 7 points. After 8 games undefeated, Notts lost in a shock result to Dorking Wanderers on 17th September 2022. The semi-professional club based in Surrey defeated Notts at their home ground Meadow Bank 3-1, courtesy of a James McShane hat-trick. Notts then pushed on, forming another successful undefeated run of 25 games, defeating promotion rivals Wrexham at Meadow Lane 1-0, Wealdstone 1-6 at Grosvenor Vale, and Dagenham & Redbridge 5-0 away at Victoria Road. So far, Notts have scored 111 goals and conceded only 39, hitting the 103 mark, with a potential 109 points remaining. The National League title is still yet to be claimed, despite Wrexham having a game in hand and sitting on 104 points. One standout player for Notts County this season was left-back Adam Chicksen, who has scored 10 goals and put in many stellar performances. Forwards Macaulay Langstaff and Ruben Rodrigues are also in good contention as the players have scored a combined 58 goals, 41 of which were scored by the player fans dubbed the "Non-League Harland". In addition to signings such as John Bostock, who scored a brilliant free-kick in their match against Wrexham on 3rd January, the goal gave Notts County the lead, but Wrexham managed to come back and secure a 3-2 victory. Consistent players throughout the 2022/23 season include Matt Palmer, who is the heartbeat within the Magpies' midfield. Cedwyn Scott, who has scored 14 goals, mostly featuring from off the bench due to the tactical formation of head coach Luke Williams. Sam Austin is currently in superb form on the back of scoring a brace against Woking. As the oldest professional association football club in the world, Notts County has a long and storied history. They will be hoping to add to that history by securing promotion to the English Football League in the upcoming season. The club's fans have until the end of the season to vote for their player of the season, and the winner will be announced at the end-of-season awards ceremony. Vote for the official Notts County Player of the Season here:

Luke Williams, the Notts County manager, has clarified the rationale behind the tactical alteration that saw Jodi Jones and Adam Chicksen swap positions during their victory over Woking. In what was a challenging first half for the Magpies, the Notts coach felt that a change in tactics was necessary to break down the compact and determined Cardinals defence. After the interval, the home side was able to turn on the style, with two goals from Sam Austin and a second goal of the season from substitute Aaron Nemane, reducing the gap to only one point behind leaders Wrexham, with just two games remaining in the season. Notts' improved quality in the wide areas as the game progressed was a significant factor in their eventual ability to break through the Woking defence. Nevertheless, Jones and Chicksen were still unable to locate Macaulay Langstaff within the penalty area, and the Notts number nine was visibly frustrated throughout the game. When questioned about the change in personnel, Williams explained his thought process behind the decision and how it can benefit his team as the play-offs approach. Notts County's tactical adjustments were vital in their win over Woking. Now, the team is concentrating on the upcoming fixtures to preserve their momentum for the playoffs. Speaking to the Nottingham Post, Luke Williams expressed his reasoning behind the tactical switch: "Because Jodi naturally is a dribbler and he wants to infield to try and affect the game, "We need to create the best chances in this team at this moment in time from the outside. So, Jodi can go on the outside even with his weaker foot because he doesn't have a weak foot really, "He can go to the outside to create chances but he was reluctant - so then he goes on the left and he was very first action. He hit an incredible ball across the box like a rocket and into the zone which is the best place to put a ball and we almost score and it immediately gives us a completely different feel. "In recent weeks when Adam Chicksen has played on the other side, I think he has done great - he made a brilliant run in the last home game. "Then slid the ball across the box perfectly from the right-hand side, so I have confidence that Chicks can play on the right, but I needed Jodi to play on the left because I wanted his left foot to be the tool. I wanted him to feel more comfortable to take the outside of the pitch." Join in with the Pride of Nottingham community, by visiting our dedicated dashboard page. Be a part of the Pride of Nottingham community and share your views within our friendly community!

HIGHLIGHTS | NOTTS COUNTY 3-0 WOKING

GOALS | NOTTS COUNTY 3-0 WOKING

Notts County kept up the pressure on National League leaders Wrexham by beating Woking at Meadow Lane. Sam Austin scored twice and assisted another as Notts County secured an excellent victory over fourth-place Woking. The win moves Notts County one point behind first-place Wrexham, who play their game in hand on Tuesday. Notts County made three changes to the side that lost to Wrexham. Aden Baldwin replaced Geraldo Bajrami in defence, Jodi Jones replaced Aaron Nemane and Sam Austin came in for Jim O’Brien. Junior Morias was named in the match day squad for the first time. After a first half of few clear-cut chances, Notts County turned up the pressure in the second half. Austin brilliantly dispatched Palmer's low cross to open the scoring. He then turned provider, playing a delicious cross into the area which Nemane directed goalwards with an acrobatic effort inside the six-yard box. It was half saved by the keeper, but the ball ricocheted off the sub and into the net. Scott then played the perfect through ball for Austin to scamper into the area and apply the coolest of finishes for Notts County's third goal. Slocombe saved from Rhys Browne as Woking tried to find a way back into the match, but Notts County remained relentless. Palmer controlled the ball superbly 25 yards out before curling an effort just wide. On the stroke of full-time, Palmer had another chance to score, but his shot was saved. Morias, who had replaced Langstaff earlier in the half, controlled a looping ball on his thigh, but his powerfully-struck half-volley was well-kept out by the Cards’ keeper. Have a look at the Pride of Nottingham's 'Topicfeed' to peruse and participate in our discussions. Join our community at the Pride of Nottingham by creating an account and getting involved in our discussions!

POST-MATCH | NOTTS COUNTY 3-0 WOKING | JUNIOR MORIAS

POST-MATCH | NOTTS COUNTY 3-0 WOKING | LUKE WILLIAMS

Luke Williams has clarified the absence of two players from his Notts County team during their loss to Wrexham on Monday. Aden Baldwin and Richard Brindley did not participate in the Magpies' 3-2 defeat at The Racecourse Ground, despite featuring in the previous game against Wealdstone three days prior. During the 3-0 victory against Stuart Maynard's team, the pair played in the back three, with Brindley making his first start for Notts in nearly three months. Brindley had been battling a recurring back injury that he sustained earlier in the season. Baldwin suffered an injury during the Eastleigh game in March, which caused him to miss three matches before returning for the Good Friday fixture. The reasons for their absence in the match against Wrexham were not disclosed. Ahead of Notts County's upcoming fixture against Woking, the team's head coach, Luke Williams, has provided an update on the absent defensive pairing of Aden Baldwin and Richard Brindley. Both players were absent from the team's recent 3-2 defeat against Wrexham, and their absence was not explained at the time. However, Williams has now stated that the two players are likely to feature in the upcoming game against Woking. Speaking to the Nottingham Post, Luke Williams said: "What's behind it is that both guys had not played for a while. "They played against Wealdstone and were not recovered in time to go again in such a short turnaround. "That was disappointing for us because we want every single player available, but fortunately it is nothing serious, it was purely the fact they hadn't recovered in time to feature." Notts County is scheduled to compete against Woking on Saturday. Luke Williams' recent update on the defensive pairing for the upcoming game has left fans feeling hopeful for the Meadow Lane fixture this weekend. Have a look at the Pride of Nottingham's 'Topicfeed' to peruse and participate in our discussions. Join our community at the Pride of Nottingham by creating an account and getting involved in our discussions!

PRESS CONFERENCE | WOKING (H) | SAM AUSTIN

PLAYER SPONSORS' DAY 2023

PRESS CONFERENCE | WOKING (H) | LUKE WILLIAMS

HIGHLIGHTS | WREXHAM 3-2 NOTTS COUNTY

POST-WREXHAM | WREXHAM 3-2 NOTTS COUNTY | JOHN BOSTOCK