Leeds United vs Chelsea

Leeds United welcome Chelsea to Elland Road on Sunday afternoon in their toughest test of the Premier League season.

[Premier League](/topic/premier-league) and Sky Sports Main Event will broadcast the fixture. Bamford was forced out of last week’s 2-2 draw at Southampton due to a groin strain, while an Achilles problem has delayed skipper Cooper’s start to the season. [Chelsea](/topic/chelsea) have won at Everton and drawn at home to Tottenham Hotspur.

The Premier League returns to the fold with another round of matches this weekend as Chelsea lock horns with Jesse Marsch's Leeds United outfit at Elland ...

Chelsea have not been at their best so far this season and have plenty of work to do in the coming months. The Blues were held to a 2-2 draw by Tottenham Hotspur in their previous game and have a point to prove this weekend. The home side played out a 2-2 draw against Southampton last week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture. Leeds United vs Chelsea Betting Tips Leeds United vs Chelsea Prediction Leeds United vs Chelsea Preview

A look at how we expect Jesse Marsch to line his XI up at Elland Road in the Premier League against Chelsea with the last of the team news through.

[Daniel James](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/all-about/daniel-james), who has been encouraged to play down the right by the American, looks ready-made to begin on Sunday. It’s very hard to see him making anything other than enforced changes for [Chelsea’s ](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc)visit. [Every word Leeds United's Jesse Marsch said on injuries, the captaincy, Thomas Tuchel and Wilfried Gnonto](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/leeds-united-jesse-marsch-bamford-24802117) [Jesse Marsch nudges Leeds United door open with Victor Orta ready to act on transfer dominoes](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/jesse-marsch-press-conference-live-24799889) [Leeds United line-ups vs Chelsea as Bamford misses out with Gelhardt and James on for tight call](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/leeds-united-line-up-chelsea-24801687) [Jesse Marsch delivers Patrick Bamford injury clarification ahead of Leeds United vs Chelsea](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/jesse-marsch-delivers-patrick-bamford-24801631) [Jesse Marsch confirms interest in 'talented' Leeds United transfer target](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/jesse-marsch-confirms-interest-talented-24802766) Ironically then, James’s first league start since that Chelsea red could come against Chelsea. Rodrigo was also trumpeted as the weekend’s captain and penalty-taker by Marsch. Luke Ayling, Stuart Dallas and Junior Firpo are definitely out, while there were hints at Liam Cooper and Patrick Bamford’s situations in Friday’s press conference.

Football Insider has been told by Noel Whelan that Joe Gelhardt will replace Patrick Bamford if Leeds United want to tackle Chelsea with a 'natural number ...

[official podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/bamford-is-back/id1544990227?i=1000576542612) (19 August), the England international suggested he will “probably miss” Sunday’s game through a groin problem. [Leeds Live](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/leeds-united-jesse-marsch-bamford-24802117) (19 August), Marsch revealed that Gelhardt is “ready to go” after struggling for fitness in recent weeks. Noel Whelan has backed Joe Gelhardt to replace Patrick Bamford for Leeds United if Jesse Marsch wants to tackle Chelsea with a “natural number nine figure” on Sunday (21 August).

Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch is forced to make changes to his starting eleven to face Chelsea on Sunday.

Leeds take on Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday, so we simulated the game to get a unique pre-match score prediction.

FIFA 22 predicts that Leeds could go toe-to-toe with Chelsea on Sunday, but a lack of quality in front of goal saw Leeds fall to a 2-0 defeat. Rodrigo took aim for the far corner of the net, but his shot was saved, and Leeds remained behind. The game was extremely open, with both sides creating chances and causing problems at each end of the pitch. As the second half went on, Leeds got more desperate in attack. And, what will the final score be between Leeds and Chelsea? To complete this simulation, we used FIFA 22 and updated the squads with the latest transfers. Hakim Ziyech found the net from long range, confirming the three points for Chelsea. Mary's, with [Leeds](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/sport/leeds-united/) blowing a two-goal lead in the final 30 minutes of the game. Under pressure, the German snapped at his shot, squeezing it past the 'keeper at his near post to take the lead. New signing Luis Sinisterra is also pushing for a start having come off the bench late on against the Saints. So, what will the lineups be? [Jesse Marsch](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/all-about/jesse-marsch)'s side have started their 2022/23 Premier League campaign strongly, following their opening day win over Wolves and subsequent draw with Southampton last weekend.

Leeds United and Chelsea will put their early-season unbeaten records on the line when they meet at Elland Road on Sunday.

— [fuboTV](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/ca/epl/?irad=1372819&irmp=1131770&sharedid=live_blog-TSN-Match-Premier_League_Leeds_United_vs._Chelsea) [Optus Sport](https://bit.ly/3Jf30UC) Ruben Loftus-Cheek was handed a surprise start against Tottenham, with Reece James starting on the right of the back three. At least Jesse Marsch tends to be the shy and retiring type... After an uneven pre-season, the Blues have started their campaign strongly. 1hr 10 mins from kickoff: Some rumours whipping about online that Conor Gallagher could be in line for his first Chelsea start. It's Tuchel's only change from the Spurs game, with Ruben Loftus-Cheek retaining his place. Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner have both left and none of their goals in the campaign so far have come from the starting front three of Raheem Sterling, Kai Havertz and Mason Mount. 1hr from kickoff: There we have it. The England forward would love to open his Chelsea account today. However, they lack a bit of cutting edge at the moment. Red cards and manager history explained](https://www.sportingnews.com/uk/soccer/news/conte-tuchel-red-card-chelsea-tottenham-manager-history/h1cn5shmiyekz8k5us711hgk)

Coming into the match, the two teams have almost identical records from their first two matches of the 2022/23 campaign and they will now do battle in match ...

Alternatively, you can stay right here on 💬 𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀: “Joffy is back and ready to go. You can see more information on what is happening ahead of the match, by For Chelsea, N’Golo Kante is expected to be missing along with fellow midfielder Mateo Kovacic. For Sunday’s opposition, Jorginho, Kalidou Koulibaly and Reece James are all on one each up to now. Leeds began with a 2-1 success over Wolverhampton Wanderers, whilst Chelsea’s opening day saw them beat Everton by the odd goal.

Pre-match facts from Opta · Leeds are winless in seven Premier League games against Chelsea (D2 L5) since a 2-0 victory at Elland Road back in December 2002.

"Even from someone like me, the 60s is a long, long time ago, which I guess I'm happy to say. We wait for the explanation for the punishment and if we accept it... I think we definitely have a chance." The ball is played back to the Chelsea 'keeper and instead of clearing, he tries to skip round the Leeds midfielder. Leeds back off, the Chelsea man unleashes a shot, but it flashes wide. It's fine [that Tuchel is on the bench]. I love it." So I love it. Down the other end, there's a tough chance for Rodrigo. but let's wait for the explanation. - Jack Harrison has assisted in Leeds’ opening two league games this season, setting up Rodrigo on both occasions. But Aaronson catches him, pinches the ball, and walks it in.

Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea go in search of a return to winning ways when they travel to face Jesse Marsch's unbeaten Leeds side at Elland Road on Sunday ...

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Chelsea have won one of their opening two 2022-23 Premier League games but are undefeated as they travel to Elland Road to take on Leeds United.

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel will have to sit this one out after the red card as a consequence of the spat with Spurs manager Antonio Conte. Leeds United vs Chelsea Leeds United vs Chelsea date & kick-off time

Blow-by-blow live updates from Elland Road and the Premier League match between Jesse Marsch's Leeds United and Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea.

It's entirely plausible that Marsch could name more or less the same squad that travelled to Southampton last week, but much of that will depend on the decisions made on [Patrick Bamford](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/all-about/patrick-bamford) and club captain [Liam Cooper.](https://www.leeds-live.co.uk/all-about/liam-cooper) Both players are doubts for the game against Thomas Tuchel's side, and Leeds are set to make a decision on Saturday as to whether they will be involved. The American said: "I think we have a team that can cause some havoc against an opponent like this right now. Both the striker and Cooper have been involved in some elements of training this week, but the defender hasn't been named in a squad all season. Chelsea finished third last season, 36 points ahead of Leeds, but the two sides have made identical starts to the current Premier League campaign. The Whites will be looking to maintain their unbeaten start as they welcome Thomas Tuchel's side to Yorkshire.

Chelsea and Leeds United have each made solid starts to the Premier League season but both Thomas Tuchel and Jesse Marsch will be thinking it should have ...

— [fuboTV](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/ca/epl/?irad=1372819&irmp=1131770&sharedid=live_blog-TSN-Match-Premier_League_Leeds_United_vs._Chelsea) [Optus Sport](https://bit.ly/3Jf30UC) Ruben Loftus-Cheek was handed a surprise start against Tottenham, with Reece James starting on the right of the back three. At least Jesse Marsch tends to be the shy and retiring type... After an uneven pre-season, the Blues have started their campaign strongly. 1hr 10 mins from kickoff: Some rumours whipping about online that Conor Gallagher could be in line for his first Chelsea start. It's Tuchel's only change from the Spurs game, with Ruben Loftus-Cheek retaining his place. Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner have both left and none of their goals in the campaign so far have come from the starting front three of Raheem Sterling, Kai Havertz and Mason Mount. 1hr from kickoff: There we have it. The England forward would love to open his Chelsea account today. However, they lack a bit of cutting edge at the moment. Red cards and manager history explained](https://www.sportingnews.com/uk/soccer/news/conte-tuchel-red-card-chelsea-tottenham-manager-history/h1cn5shmiyekz8k5us711hgk)

Hello and welcome to The Athletic's coverage of Leeds United vs Chelsea in the Premier League. These two sides have the same record after two matches, ...

That means that James is likely to be deployed in the right centre-back role, unless Tuchel opts for a back four which seems unlikely. The expectation was probably that Loftus-Cheek would move from right wing-back into the midfield but he remains on the right-hand side after a strong performance against Tottenham. The 19-year-old midfielder was one of the most highly-rated midfield prospects in Italy prior to his departure from the San Siro. Jorginho, Koulibaly and James have provided the goals and Tuchel will be desperate for a greater contribution from his front three. Despite the sides being at opposite ends of the country, there is still a real rivalry between these two sides. An electric start from Sterling and the visitors. If they weren't already, the Leeds players have certainly been woken up by that very early Sterling miss. Another Chelsea counter attack and another big chance to break the deadlock. The travelling supporters thought that Sterling had put them in front with a really neat finish. This scoreline is nothing short of what the hosts have deserved, they have been excellent. Sky Sports will show the match in the UK. These two sides have the same record after two matches, having drawn once and won once each.

Welcome to football.london's live coverage of Leeds United vs Chelsea from Elland Road. Thomas Tuchel will be hoping to put the frustrations of last ...

But Chelsea still need to show more. The England international concedes a foul on the edge of the Chelsea box and is shown a yellow card. The hosts have a second and it's Rodrigo, who glances a header into the far corner from a free-kick. The Blues have been caught offside a couple of times in the second period so far but are having more joy on the ball too. The home side almost get in as they catch Koulibaly and Silva high up the pitch but Chelsea defend well enough to limit Leeds to a corner. Leeds have proved a good opponent for the Blues since returning to the top flight in 2020, winning three of their previous four encounters, the last coming at Elland Road back in May with Chelsea running out comfortable 3-0 winners.

Manager Thomas Tuchel was involved in a heated exchange with his Spurs counterpart Antonio Conte at the end of the match, which saw both bosses sent off.

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