Leeds vs Chelsea Predictions and Betting Tips
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.
