Chelsea travel to in-form Wrexham for their 5th round FA Cup tie, in what promises to be a classic cup clash between Premier League giants and Championship side.
| Tournament: | FA Cup |
|---|---|
| Venue: | Racecourse Ground, Wrexham |
| Date: | 07.03.2026 |
| Time: | 17:45 GMT |
Wrexham vs Chelsea Form and Head to Head
Wrexham come into this FA Cup clash in decent form after a narrow 1-0 win away to Charlton Athletic in the EFL Championship. Over their last six matches in all competitions, the Dragons have picked up four wins, one draw, and one defeat. That run includes an impressive 1-0 FA Cup victory over Ipswich Town, along with league wins against Portsmouth (2-1) and Ipswich again in a dramatic 5-3 contest. They also shared a 2-2 draw with Bristol City, though a 2-0 home loss to Millwall shows they are not completely flawless.
Meanwhile, Chelsea arrive after a convincing 4-1 away win over Aston Villa in the Premier League. Their last six matches have been a little inconsistent overall, producing three wins, two draws, and one defeat. During that stretch they lost 2-1 to Arsenal and were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Burnley, but they also recorded a comfortable 4-0 FA Cup victory against Hull City and a 2-2 draw with Leeds United.
There is very little competitive history between these two sides. They have only met twice before, both in pre-season friendlies. The most recent meeting in July 2024 ended 2-2, while Chelsea won the earlier encounter 5-0 in July 2023. Given that both matches were friendlies, they offer very little indication of how this far more competitive FA Cup tie might play out.
Who is the Betting Favourite in Wrexham vs Chelsea?
Chelsea head into this FA Cup clash as clear favourites against Wrexham. Latest odds suggest Chelsea have roughly a 64% chance of winning, while Wrexham are considered significant underdogs, with only about a 15% chance of pulling off an upset against the London club.
| Match Winner | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Wrexham | 11/2 | BetMGM UK |
| Chelsea | 11/20 | Coral |
| Draw | 15/4 | AK Bets |
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Wrexham vs Chelsea Team News
Wrexham face a significant challenge with a lengthy injury list for this fixture. The home side's manager will be without Matty James (toe), Liberato Cacace (hamstring), Thomas O’Connor (hamstring), and Ben Sheaf (knee). Long-term absentees Aaron James and Lewis Brunt also remain sidelined.
With a full week of preparation, there's speculation that veteran striker Kieffer Moore, Wrexham’s leading scorer in the Championship, could be handed his first FA Cup start of the season. He is expected to be supported by Josh Windass, who boasts a strong scoring record in the competition.
Chelsea also have several selection decisions to make as their manager balances cup ambitions with squad management. Levi Colwill, Dario Essugo, Estevao Willian, and Jamie Gittens are all unavailable. Wesley Fofana will be assessed after picking up a knock against Aston Villa.
Filip Jörgensen is pushing to retain his place in goal, while Marc Cucurella and Romeo Lavia are both in contention to return to the squad. There could also be rotation in attack, with Joao Pedro potentially rested, and Pedro Neto returning after serving a suspension, while Reece James and Cole Palmer may be eased back from the bench.
Wrexham vs Chelsea Predicted Lineups
Wrexham (3-4-2-1): Okonkwo; Cleworth, Hyam, Doyle; Thomason, O'Brien, Dobson, Kaboré; Windass, Broadhead; Moore
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Jörgensen; Hato, Chalobah, Sarr, Gusto; Caicedo, Santos; Garnacho, Fernández, Neto; Delap
Lineups powered by WhoScored.
Wrexham vs Chelsea Match Prediction
Wrexham’s home form and their reputation for giant-killing exploits mean this FA Cup tie is unlikely to be straightforward, especially given the intense atmosphere expected at the Racecourse Ground. The Championship side should possess enough belief and attacking threat to trouble their Premier League opponents, with their direct play and potency in front of goal presenting a challenge.
However, Chelsea's depth of squad and superior quality in the final third are ultimately expected to prove decisive. Expect a competitive contest, but Chelsea's attacking prowess and ability to convert chances should see them pull clear in the later stages of the match.
Prediction: Wrexham 1-3 Chelsea
Wrexham vs Chelsea Bet Builder Tip
Our Wrexham vs Chelsea Bet Builder Tip is:
- Yes - Both Teams To Score
- A. Garnacho Over 1.5 - Shots On Target
- Chelsea - Win Market
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