Necaxa: Eva Longoria and Rob Ryan bring Wrexham’s success to Liga MX

Hollywood’s Soccer Drama Moves to Mexico: Necaxa and the Investment of Stars

Since Wrexham’s meteoric rise in the English league, a new Hollywood-worthy story is unfolding in Mexican soccer, with Club Necaxa as the protagonist. Rob McElhenney, co-owner of Wrexham, and Ryan Reynolds, now share ownership of the Rayos del Necaxa, injecting a dose of glamour and excitement into the Aguascalientes team.

It’s incredibly exciting and passionate, very different from English football. It’s the same sport, but the culture is obviously very different, and the significance is present in both. The passion is there, but there’s a feeling that the differences are marked.

Rob McElhenney, co-owner of Necaxa

The arrival of McElhenney and Reynolds at Wrexham revitalized the Welsh club, and now, with Necaxa, they seek to replicate the success. The documentary series “Necaxa”, starring the renowned actress Eva Longoria, who invested in the team in 2021, is showing the ups and downs of the team in the Liga MX. After a golden age in the 90s, Necaxa seeks to become a title contender again. The new investors, along with Longoria, hope to boost the team. Longoria, nicknamed “La Patrona”, leads an investor group that has bet on soccer, including Angel City of the NWSL. La Liga MX, with massive clubs like Chivas and América, is an attractive market with great potential. The investment in Necaxa is seen as a great opportunity, according to Sam Porter, managing partner and owner. The combination of the club’s history, the city of Aguascalientes, and the professionalism of the Mexican partners are key factors.

The goal is to transform Necaxa into a relevant team, both in sports and in the media. Longoria and Porter believe in the potential of Liga MX, which they consider undervalued. However, success on the field is not immediate. Despite the efforts and investment, Necaxa is still seeking to establish itself on the field. The documentary series seeks to change the perception of the team and highlight the talent of its players. The arrival of McElhenney and Reynolds, with their experience at Wrexham, could be key to this new chapter. McElhenney and Reynolds’ plan is similar to the one applied in Wrexham: ask questions, establish an ambitious culture, and leave sporting decisions to the experts. The documentary series is key to making Necaxa known outside of Aguascalientes. The goal is to keep key players at the club. The objective is to create an environment where players want to stay and develop. The investment in Necaxa is more than a business opportunity for Longoria, who seeks to connect with his Mexican roots and give visibility to the community.

The documentary series promises exciting moments and unexpected twists. Despite a good performance in the past regular season, the team has had an irregular start in the Apertura. The possibility of player exchanges with Wrexham adds anticipation. As for the league, news is expected, such as a television rights agreement in 2028, and the possible reintroduction of promotion and relegation. Passion, terror, and excitement are the ingredients of this Hollywood production. For Longoria, Necaxa represents an opportunity to show a positive image of Mexicans. McElhenney shares this vision, seeking to connect with the audience through common values. In his efforts to learn Spanish, McElhenney demonstrates his commitment to the project. “Yes, I speak Spanish a little,” he commented, highlighting the importance of his participation in the club.