Overview
- The Premier League side won 4-2 after extra time, clawing back from deficits created by Sam Smith and Callum Doyle.
- Chelsea equalised via a first-half own goal and Josh Acheampong on 82 minutes, then Alejandro Garnacho struck early in extra time with João Pedro adding a late fourth.
- Wrexham midfielder George Dobson was sent off in stoppage time after a VAR review for a high challenge on Garnacho.
- A potential Wrexham equaliser in extra time by Lewis Brunt was ruled offside following a VAR check.
- Liam Rosenior rotated nine starters with a Champions League tie at PSG looming, while owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney watched as Wrexham now turn back to their promotion push.