It is a special occasion for the Blues as Enzo Maresca takes charge of his first game as their new manager.
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.
Chelsea vs Wrexham team news
New signings Tosin Adarabioyo, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Renato Veiga and Marc Guiu could all make their first appearance in a Chelsea shirt in California.
Maresca is also hoping to give runouts to Wesley Fofana, Romeo Lavia, Reece James and Christopher Nkunku after their injury torment during the last campaign.
Trevoh Chalobah has been left out as Chelsea look to offload the defender while Enzo Fernandez, Conor Gallagher, Marc Cucurella and Djordje Petrovic are among those still on holiday after Euro 2024 and the Copa America. Moises Caicedo has made the tour after a shorter-than-expected break.
A handful of young players feature in the 29-man squad such as Josh Acheampong, Tyrique George and goalkeeper Eddie Beach.
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.
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 vs Wrexham match odds
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
