Chelsea stunned at Wrexham: what PSG should target next

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·07 de março de 2026

Chelsea stunned at Wrexham: what PSG should target next

Before facing Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea arrives with a very real warning: this Saturday in the FA Cup, the Blues had to work hard to get past Wrexham (4-2 after extra time), coming back twice from behind. A typical “cup” night—long, tense, and perfect for giving Paris ideas about what to focus on.

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Chelsea has just experienced a typically “FA Cup” evening: qualification, yes, but with some cold sweats. At Wrexham this Saturday, the Blues had to come back twice before finally winning 4-2 after extra time, in a match that swung on small details, nerves, and a real lack of control at times.

PSG should put Chelsea under pressure right from the start

Wrexham opened the scoring (Sam Smith, 18th minute) and Chelsea showed that they can find themselves chasing the game. The idea: strike quickly, plant a seed of doubt.

PSG should play for second balls as a deliberate tactic

Chelsea’s equalizer came from a confused action that ended in an own goal by goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, after a deflected shot. When things get messy, Chelsea knows how to take advantage... but it also shows that the match can descend into chaos. Paris must be ready to win those chaotic moments.

PSG should provoke fouls and raise the temperature without losing their heads

Wrexham got a red card for George Dobson (93rd minute, after VAR), and the match turned. In the Champions League, Paris can look to push Chelsea into “borderline” defensive decisions through transitions and 1v1s, while staying disciplined.

PSG should be ruthless in moments when Chelsea is struggling

Wrexham went ahead again at 2-1 (Doyle, 78th minute, deflection from a corner), and Chelsea responded quickly (Acheampong) to force extra time. This back-and-forth says one thing: Chelsea can take a hit and bounce back... but it also offers windows where they are vulnerable. Paris must “strike” in those windows.

PSG should avoid “managing” the game and look to finish it off early

Chelsea eventually got through thanks to their superiority in extra time: Garnacho gave them the lead (97th minute) and João Pedro sealed it (125th minute). Message for Paris: don’t let Chelsea settle into a long match, where their bench and stamina can make the difference.

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