Overview
- Wrexham led twice through Sam Smith and a Callum Doyle flick, with Chelsea pulling level via an own goal before halftime and a Josh Acheampong strike late on.
- George Dobson was sent off for Wrexham in second-half stoppage time following a VAR review, reducing the hosts to 10 men.
- Alejandro Garnacho volleyed Chelsea ahead in extra time from a Dario Essugo cross, and João Pedro added a late fourth to close out a 4-2 win.
- Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior made nine changes to his starting XI as he balanced the FA Cup tie with upcoming Champions League commitments against PSG.
- Co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney were in attendance as Wrexham’s best FA Cup run since 1997 ended, with the club refocusing on their Championship promotion push.