Chelsea travel to the Elland Road looking to do the double over The Peacocks in the weekend’s opening fixture. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.

Chelsea, with a brilliant comeback victory, recorded a 3-1 victory in Stamford Bridge the last time these sides met. However, it is Leeds who have the superior head-to-head record with 39 wins while the Blues have 35.

Highly-spirited encounter in the cards

Leeds have struggled in recent games, losing four of their last five. In their most recent encounter, they were downed 2-0 by West Ham in a poor performance from Bielsa’s troops. A win here secures premier league status for the next season. However, beating Tuchel’s Chelsea is surely easier said than done.

Thomas Tuchel has done a very good job since his appointment only a short while ago. The German has led his side to six wins and three draws in the league since his arrival, putting them in the race for the top four. A win here will certainly further their hopes of getting to the UCL next season. However, given Leeds’ unpredictability, they would have to be at their best to record a victory.

Leeds vs Chelsea Team News

Koch, Shackleton and Forshaw are all unavailable via injuries while the Blues have a fully fit squad to pick from.

Leeds possible starting XI:

Meslier; Ayling, Llorente, Cooper, Dallas; Phillips; Costa, Roberts, Klick, Harrison; Bamford

Chelsea possible starting XI:

Mendy; Azpilicueta, Silva, Rudiger; James, Kante, Alonso; Havertz, Mount; Giroud

Leeds vs Chelsea Prediction: 0-2

The Peacocks have been quite unpredictable this season and could cause a major upset this weekend. However, Chelsea has been too good since Tuchel was appointed and we expect them to secure maximum points.