A transatlantic friendly set for Tampa
A friendly unlike any other is set to light up Tampa next summer, as Welsh side Wrexham AFC prepares to face English powerhouse Leeds United on July 25, 2026 at Raymond James Stadium.
The encounter forms part of TEG Sport’s 2026 USA Summer Tour, a series of high‑profile pre‑season fixtures designed to bring European football to American shores.
Wrexham’s surge from lower‑league obscurity to worldwide fame was amplified by the hit documentary series ‘Welcome to Wrexham’, which followed the club’s ownership by Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.
Leeds United, meanwhile, arrive in Florida after securing promotion back to the Premier League in 2025, reigniting hopes of a resurgence among a fan base eager for top‑flight football.
Tickets for the Tampa showdown go on sale this week, with prices starting at $61, a modest figure for a match that promises a blend of Premier League intensity and Championship flair.