Thanks to its impressive performances, especially after the arrival of new owners in 2020, Reksem has become the scene of sensational results that have brought players significant winnings.
Victory over Coventry City in the FA Cup (7 January 2023)
One of Reksem's most memorable matches, which brought in big winnings, was the third round FA Cup match against Coventry City on 7 January 2023. Rexham, playing in the National League (fifth division), faced a team from the Championship, England's second-strongest division. The odds for Wrexham to win on the v7-v7.org website reached 5.50, which attracted many daredevils who bet on the underdog.
The match began with a quick goal from Coventry: in the 12th minute, Jonathan Panzu put the visitors ahead. However, Rotherham did not give up: in the 18th minute, Sam Dalby restored parity, finishing off a cross from the wing. By half-time, the hosts were leading 3-1 thanks to goals from Elliot Lee and Tom O'Connor.
In the second half, Coventry reduced the deficit, but in the 76th minute, Paul Mullin converted a penalty to seal a 4-3 victory for Wrexham. This upset allowed many players who bet on the Welsh team to win significant sums of money. For example, one fan who bet £100 on Wrexham to win received a £550 payout, which became one of the most talked-about stories among local fans.
Success against Boreham Wood in the National League play-offs (22 April 2023)
Rexham was fighting for promotion to League 2, and this match was decisive. The odds for a win were around 1.80, but some players bet on the exact score, which increased the potential payouts.
The game started with Wrexham in the lead: Lee Payne scored in the first minute, causing a storm of emotion at the Racecourse Ground stadium. Boreham Wood responded with a goal in the 15th minute, but Wrexham dominated in the second half. Paul Mullin scored twice (in the 52nd and 71st minutes), and James Jones sealed the result in the 84th minute, ending the match with a score of 3-1. This result secured a long-awaited return to League Two after a 15-year absence from professional leagues.
Players who bet on the exact score of 3-1 received winnings with odds of up to 12.00. According to local sports forums, one fan from Wales who bet £50 on this outcome received around £600.
Unexpected draw with Sheffield United in the FA Cup (29 January 2023)
The fourth round FA Cup match against Sheffield United on 29 January 2023 was another sensation. Wrexham were again the underdogs against the Championship side. The odds for a draw were as high as 4.20, which attracted the attention of those who believed in the Welsh side's resilience.
