Chelsea Begin Pre-Season With a Bang

Maatsen, Gallagher, Nkunku on Target in Victory Over Wrexham

Chelsea's pre-season campaign got off to a winning start as Ian Maatsen, Conor Gallagher, and Christopher Nkunku all found the net in a comfortable victory over Wrexham. The Blues dominated the match from start to finish, creating a host of chances and never looking in danger of conceding. Maatsen opened the scoring in the first half with a well-taken finish, and Gallagher doubled the lead just before the break. Nkunku added a third in the second half to seal the win.

Match Report

Chelsea made a bright start to the match and took the lead in the 15th minute when Maatsen fired home from close range after good work from Gallagher. The Blues continued to press forward but could not add to their lead before the break. However, they did double their advantage just before half-time when Gallagher converted a penalty after Nkunku had been brought down in the area.

Chelsea continued to dominate in the second half and added a third goal in the 65th minute when Nkunku headed home a cross from Chilwell. The Blues could have added further goals, but they were denied by some good saves from Wrexham goalkeeper Rob Lainton. In the end, Chelsea ran out comfortable winners, and they will now be looking ahead to their next pre-season match against Bournemouth on Saturday.