Chelsea meet Wrexham to start their pre-season schedule in the United States tonight.
It is a special occasion for the Blues as Enzo Maresca takes charge of his first game as their new manager.
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There will be plenty of intrigue around the Italian’s tactics as Chelsea prepare for a return to European football and look to bed in a number of new signings.
Wrexham, back in League One for the 2024-25 season, should provide a decent test having already held Bournemouth to a draw on their latest Stateside sojourn.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Chelsea vs Wrexham is scheduled for a 3am BST kick-off later tonight in the early hours of Thursday July 25, 2024.
The match will take place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
Where to watch Chelsea vs Wrexham
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Chelsea TV with a match pass costing £4.99. Wrexham’s official channel is also broadcasting a live feed for £10.
Live stream: Fans can catch the contest live online via the clubs’ official apps and websites.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog.
Chelsea vs Wrexham team news
Enzo Maresca's first Chelsea side. 👊#BluesInTheUSA pic.twitter.com/YiGsCPqwLn
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) July 25, 2024
TEAM NEWS | Wrexham AFC vs Chelsea
— Wrexham AFC (@Wrexham_AFC) July 25, 2024
Here’s how we shape up in our next instalment of the #WrexCoastTour
🔴⚪️ #WxmAFC pic.twitter.com/Ph3cclOEAG
Chelsea vs Wrexham prediction
Chelsea are a little bit behind Wrexham in their preparations but there should be a marked difference in quality and motivation to impress the new manager will be high.
Chelsea to win, 3-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
The Blues won 5-0 in a friendly between these teams last season but they haven’t met in a competitive game since 1982.
Chelsea wins: 4
Wrexham wins: 2
Draws: 3
Chelsea vs Wrexham match odds
Chelsea to win: 1/5
Wrexham to win: 9/1
Draw: 11/2