Wrexham Takes on Chelsea: Your Complete Viewing Guide for the Epic Showdown
Chelsea's initial competitive encounter with AFC Wrexham since 1982 stands as the most captivating fixture of this weekend's FA Cup fifth round.
The Blues, who transformed football ownership at the turn of the millennium, arguably paved the way for Wrexham's celebrity acquisition, with Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney marking their fifth anniversary as proprietors last month.
The Red Dragons have accomplished remarkable feats since the acting duo arrived in north Wales, including three straight promotions. Nevertheless, defeating a genuine member of Europe's top tier would potentially surpass their trophy collection, particularly considering Wrexham's future aspirations.
They've already eliminated Premier League opponents to secure Saturday's marquee matchup, and Chelsea, despite not being title contenders, represent a significant step up in class from relegation-battling Nottingham Forest.
Here's your guide to watching Saturday's FA Cup encounter on television.
What Time Does Wrexham vs. Chelsea Kick Off?
What Time Does Wrexham vs. Chelsea Kick Off?
How to Watch Wrexham vs. Chelsea on TV, Live Stream
How to Watch Wrexham vs. Chelsea on TV, Live Stream
There's understandably significant interest in Saturday's cup fixture, with UK viewers able to watch the match on free-to-air television through BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Additionally, TNT Sports 2 is covering Chelsea's trip to the Racecourse Ground, with discovery+ and the discovery+ application offering streaming options.
In the United States, ESPN Select serves as the primary broadcaster, while subscription platform fuboTV also provides coverage.
Sportsnet owns the broadcasting rights for this season's FA Cup in Canada, and Saturday's match will air on their World, Plus and 360 networks.
FOX One remains the sole option for viewers watching the cup tie in Mexico.
Country | TV Channel/Live Strean |
|---|---|
United States | ESPN Select, fuboTV, ESPN App |
United Kingdom | BBC Sport Web, BBC One, TNT Sports 2, BBC iPlayer, discovery+, discovery+ App |
Canada | Sportsnet World, Sportsnet Plus, Sportsnet 360 |
Mexico | FOX One |
What's Next for Wrexham, Chelsea?
What's Next for Wrexham, Chelsea?
Important fixtures await both clubs, with Chelsea's Champions League journey continuing against defending champions Paris Saint-Germain in the round of 16. The Blues travel to Paris for the opening leg next Wednesday.
Wrexham, conversely, face a crucial match in their quest for a playoff position. The Red Dragons welcome Hull City in the Championship on Tuesday, with the Tigers sitting three points ahead in the standings. Victory for Wrexham would elevate them to fifth place with 10 matches left to play.