The Totally Football Show with James Richardson Chelsea survive Wrexham, Sunday shocks + Spurs in crisis
Mar 9, 2026
They unpack dramatic FA Cup ties, including Chelsea’s narrow escape at Wrexham and VAR controversies. Shocks from Port Vale and other lower-league giant-killings get reminisced and contextualised. Tottenham’s deepening crisis and questions over Igor Tudor’s future spark heated debate. They also cover ugly scenes at Ibrox and quick updates on domestic cup form and the Lionesses’ qualifying win.
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Port Vale's Cup Run Fueled By Carol Shanahan
- Port Vale, rock bottom of League One, knocked out Sunderland and kept Ben Wharton's cup heroics in the headlines.
- Daniel Storey praised chair Carol Shanahan's investment and community role behind the club's cup run.
Wrexham Dominated Chances But VAR And Luck Turned Tie
- Wrexham pushed Chelsea hard, out-XGing them by 90 minutes despite eventual Chelsea extra-time win.
- Colin Millar noted Chelsea's defensive frailties and VAR decisions swung momentum in a dramatic cup tie.
Prioritise Competitions Around Club Objectives
- Prioritise competitions based on realistic club goals: Chelsea should focus on Champions League qualification and league, then cups.
- Liam Tharme argued using squad depth for bigger fixtures is a defensible, strategic choice.