Chelsea vs Wrexham preview: Free betting tips, odds and predictions for pre-season friendly

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James Anderson, Betting & Gaming Writer

Published: 12:42, 24 Jul 2024
Updated: 12:43, 24 Jul 2024

CHELSEA kick-start their pre-season preparations against Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds' League One Wrexham at the Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

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Chelsea vs Wrexham

Enzo Maresca takes charge of his first match as Chelsea manager, facing Hollywood-backed Wrexham in California early Thursday morning (UK time).

It echoes Mauricio Pochettino's debut, where Chelsea triumphed 5-0 over Wrexham in July 2023.

Chelsea are missing several regulars due to the European Championships and Copa America, including Enzo Fernandez, Marc Cucurella, Cole Palmer, Conor Gallagher, and Moises Caicedo.

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Wrexham 9/1 with William Hill -

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Chelsea vs Wrexham betting tips and predictions

Blues cruise

Chelsea should have more than enough to see off Wrexham in style on Thursday. Despite a host of absentees, new players and a new manager, the Blues have a stacked squad full of attacking talent that should stick a few past their League One opponents.

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