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How Welcome To Wrexham is preparing for the Chelsea FA Cup game: ‘The storyline sells itself’

The Welcome To Wrexham crew mapped filming for the Chelsea FA Cup tie, detailing in-depth planning from the draw to the game day.
The production team will shoot in the home dressing room and use multiple cameras to capture staff and players ahead of kickoff.
The team aims to deliver eight episodes of 42–45 minutes each, with editors in the United States processing extensive footage after matches.
Producer Sandy Johnston notes the crew’s weekly meetings with the U.S. team and coordination with club staff to balance football and storytelling.
The Chelsea tie is framed as a major, highly anticipated episode for Welcome To Wrexham’s fifth series.
The crew plans to capture fan reactions and executive moments in addition to on-field action.
Johnston emphasizes building trust with manager Phil Parkinson and the squad to ensure filming respects the club and football.
The package features a U.S. and U.K. crew working across multiple venues, with a long-lens camera plan for key moments.
Executive producer Nick Mattingly and Ed Edwards will document the Hollywood owners’ reactions in the Betty Buzz Suite if present.
Johnston notes the importance of balancing on-site coverage with respect for the club’s priorities and football.

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