From Golden Boot winner to Wrexham's unlikely hero, Paul Mullin has captured hearts worldwide as the star striker of Hollywood's favourite football club. Now, for the first time, he shares his remarkable journey from Litherland to global recognition.
Mullin's story reads like a script too ambitious for fiction. After claiming League Two's Player of the Season and Golden Boot awards, he made the bold choice to step down a division, joining Wrexham AFC in July 2021. It was a decision that raised eyebrows across English football and one that would change his life forever.
As the spearhead of Wrexham's attack, "Super Paul Mullin" became more than just a striker. He emerged as a central figure in one of football's most compelling stories, starring alongside Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in the hit Disney+ series "Welcome to Wrexham." His goals didn't just find the back of the net; they helped write a new chapter in Wrexham's storied history, culminating in the club's long-awaited promotion.
But this autobiography ventures beyond the pitch. Mullin opens up about his Liverpool roots, the rollercoaster of lower-league football, and the deeply personal journey following his young son's autism diagnosis. Off the field, he serves as a patron for YourSpace, a Wrexham-based autism charity, proving his impact extends far beyond matchday.
From the terraces of Morecambe, Swindon Town, and Cambridge United to becoming the face of football's most talked-about club, Mullin's story is a testament to taking chances, defying expectations, and finding purpose in unexpected places. This story goes beyond a footballer's journey; it's an underdog narrative that demonstrates that sometimes the most successful career decisions don't always result in success.
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Publisher: Century Hardback: £20.00, 264 pages; Published 23rd November 2023 Paperback: £9.99, 352 pages; Published 18th July 2024
