Thomas Tuchel’s side are on their travels away as they play Leeds United at Elland Road on Saturday. Chelsea are unbeaten under Tuchel and they would like to continue their rise with another impressive performance.
Match Details:
Teams: Leeds United vs Chelsea
Venue: Elland Road, Leeds
Date: Saturday 13th March, 2021
Time: 06:00 PM IST
Preview:
Chelsea have been on a bit of a roll having being unbeaten in their last 12 matches across all competitions. Ever since Tuchel has taken over the mantle at the Bridge, there has been an upswing in performances and results.
EPL Results: Chelsea defeat Everton 2-0, stay fourth in the table
A win against Leeds and The Blues will reach 3rd on the points table. Such has been the form of the Blues.
Leeds United on the other hand have lost four out of their last five Premier league games and have been a mixed bag.
The reason for them is because of their style of play, making it tough for their opponents with their attacking approach. It is just the results which have not aided them.
Form Guide (last 5 league games):
Leeds United: LLWLL
Chelsea: WDDWW
Last Matches of both teams in the league:
Chelsea 2-0 Everton
West Ham United 2-0 Leeds
Where to watch the live telecast and streaming of Leeds United vs Chelsea?
The match will be broadcast in India on Star Sports Select 1/HD and the live stream will be available on the Hotstar App.
Team News
Tuchel’s side will only have Abraham missing out as he recovers from an ankle injury.
Bielsa’s Leeds United will be without Forshaw, Hernández, Struijk and Koch, who all are out of contention.
Leeds United possible 11:
Meslier, Ayling, Llorente, Cooper, Dallas, Phillips, Costa, Roberts, Klick, Harrison and Bamford.
Chelsea possible 11:
Mendy, Azpilicueta, Silva, Rudiger, James, Jorginho, Kante, Alonso, Havertz, Mount and Giroud.
Prediction: Leeds United 1-2 Chelsea
Due to their style of play, Leeds United are often a tough side to beat but we expect Chelsea’s men to come out the victors in this contest by the odd goal.
The Blues have hit form at the right time which will help them get through this tough phase of the season.
Players to watch out for: Jorginho, Havertz, Bamford, Harrison.
