Garnacho glowing after 'incredible' win as Chelsea beat Wrexham in extra time

Chelsea avoided a shock FA Cup exit after a pulsating encounter with Wrexham that went to extra time, the visitors eventually prevailing 4-2. The Welsh side twice took the lead and were reduced to 10 men before two late strikes settled the tie in Chelsea’s favour.

Alejandro Garnacho, who proved decisive, praised Wrexham after the final whistle. "Incredible win. I think it was one of the hardest games of the season so far. We are proud, and we are in the next round. I think it was a great goal and a great pass from Dário [Essugo].

I am really happy. These games are different. You have to fight and the opposition played really good." Wrexham started brightly, taking a shock lead through Smith before an Arthur Okonkwo own goal levelled matters. Callum Doyle restored their advantage with a clever finish — "Happened so fast.

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