From Learning with KDB to Playing for Deadpool

George Evans’ Wild Ride to Wrexham…

Picture this: You’re a young lad, fresh-faced and full of football dreams, sharing the hallowed turf with Kevin De Bruyne, Sergio Aguero, and Raheem Sterling. That was George Evans back in 2015, living his best life at Manchester City. Fast forward to 2023, and now he’s kicking it in League One with Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham—because why not follow Hollywood royalty?

Evans, the man who completed the rare feat of playing in every age group at City, had quite the educational experience under the guidance of Rooney and De Bruyne. His journey from Manchester to Wrexham was a whirlwind tour of the football pyramid. After sprinkling his midfield magic on loan spells at places like Scunthorpe United—yes, it’s a real place—he moved to Reading, then Derby County under the wise eyes of Lamps and Rooney. With Millwall in the mix, you’d think he was collecting clubs like Pokémon.

But it’s not all fun and games. Injuries threatened to bench his football fantasies. Yet, like a true Rocky sequel, Evans fought his way back for Wrexham’s triumphant return to League One. Manager Phil Parkinson couldn’t stop singing his praises, although probably not karaoke style. So, if you see Evans back on the field this weekend, give him a cheer—he’s playing for Deadpool, after all.