A goalkeeping coach with Colwyn Bay FC and Wrexham AFC's women's team has been hailed a hero by colleagues at the care home where he works as a maintenance whizz.

David Williams was surprised with a three cheers fanfare from work pals at Pendine Park in Wrexham, who spotted his beaming smile alongside that of movie star Ryan Reynolds in an Instagram photograph which went viral.

The successes of both Wrexham's men's and women's sides were celebrated in historic fashion on Tuesday evening as more than 40,000 fans lined the streets of Wrexham, for the bus parade.

David said the triumphant spectacle netted some of the best memories of his life.

He was on the women’s team bus along with Wrexham AFC celebrity owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds.

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David, 43, said: “Never in all my days did I ever think I’d be part of such an unforgettable cavalcade.

"Everyone did the club proud, the players, the owners, management, staff, volunteers and all those fans who turned out to celebrate with us.

“I really am just a small cog in a great big wheel.

“Since Rob and Ryan took over the club everyone has been so energised. They have such enthusiasm and passion and they have completely rejuvenated the club.

"We are all motivated and inspired in a way that we haven’t been for many years and that is showing with every game.

“The girls have been brilliant on the pitch and off, they have the ambition and the talent to go so much further.

“It feels exhilarating to be part of such an exciting new chapter in Wrexham’s incredible story.”

For David, the dream gets even more extraordinary next season, after Colwyn Bay were crowned this year’s JD Cymru North champions.

The win takes them into the Cymru Premier League next season.

He said: “With both teams I’m involved with now in the premier leagues, it’s going to be one of my busiest years ever, but also super-exciting as they both strive for even more success.”