Chelsea vs Leeds in the FA Cup semi-finals, games do not come much bigger than this!
And the latest edition of this famous rivalry will attract even more attention following manager Liam Rosenior’s dismissal on Wednesday.
Calum McFarlane has been appointed as the Blues’ interim manager for the remainder of the campaign, and the small task of an FA Cup semi-final is his first assignment in the hot-seat.
Footballing drama awaits us at Wembley on Sunday, and here is our full betting preview, complete with tips and the latest FA Cup odds.
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Where can I watch Chelsea vs Leeds in the UK?
Chelsea vs Leeds will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with kick-off scheduled for 3pm UK time.
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Recent results
Chelsea lost 3-0 at Brighton on Tuesday night, their fifth straight Premier League defeat without scoring a goal. The poor result sealed Rosenior’s exit, and destroyed any hopes of Champions League qualification for the Blues. In fact, Chelsea have lost seven of the last eight games across all competitions, the outlier being the 7-0 victory over Port Vale in the FA Cup quarter-finals.
Leeds earned a 2-2 draw at Bournemouth on Wednesday in dramatic fashion, Sean Longstaff netting a 97th-minute equaliser to all but secure the Whites’ Premier League safety. Daniel Farke’s men are unbeaten in seven matches, a run which started with the 3-0 success vs Norwich in the Fifth Round. Leeds then required a penalty shootout to beat West Ham in the quarters following a 2-2 draw.
This is Leeds’ first FA Cup semi-final since 1987, while Chelsea’s last appearance was in 2024.
Head-to-head record
In the Premier League this season, Leeds won 3-1 at Elland Road, before recording a credible 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge after falling 2-0 behind.
Chelsea have won four of the last seven meetings across all competitions, including a 3-2 victory in the 2023-24 FA Cup.
Team news
Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer are doubts for Chelsea after missing the defeat at Brighton, with Reece James also touch-and-go. Levi Colwill, Estevao, Jamie Gittens and Filip Jorgensen won’t feature for the Blues here.
Anton Stach and Daniel James are likely to be the only potential absentees for Leeds. Key defender Jayden Bogle should be fine, despite being subbed at half-time vs Bournemouth.
Chelsea vs Leeds Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Chelsea are slight favourites here at a price of 2.03. A win for Leeds is at odds of 3.29, while the draw is 3.52.
Chelsea vs Leeds Betting Tips
Double chance – Leeds or draw @ 1.67
Chelsea’s rotten form is a cause for huge concern. Five straight league defeats with zero goals scored is no laughing matter, and McFarlane faces a near impossible task to turn things around so quickly. With that in mind, covering these two outcomes could be a great play.
Both teams to score – Yes @ 1.67
But while Chelsea’s lack of threat in the final third has been evident for all to see, we fancy them to get on the scoresheet at Wembley – especially if Pedro and Palmer are available. After all, Leeds have kept just one clean sheet in the last four games.
Anytime goalscorer – Dominic Calvert-Lewin @ 2.88
And if you are looking to back a Leeds scorer, Calvert-Lewin is your man. He netted in the 3-1 win over Chelsea at Elland Road back in December, and is up to 11 Premier League goals for the campaign. Against a struggling Blues back-line which seems unable to cope with any physical pressure or aerial power, DCL could have a field day at Wembley!
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