Leeds are riding high, unbeaten in their last dozen matches, and they’ve strung together four consecutive wins. Chelsea, on the other hand, have seen goals from both sides in five of their last six outings. However, the Blues are looking a bit shaky, especially after their recent EFL Cup final disappointment against Liverpool.
Just three days post their EFL Cup final upset by Liverpool, Chelsea’s got to gear up for another crucial match, this time in the FA Cup fifth round against Leeds at Stamford Bridge. The Blues couldn’t get past a battered Liverpool team in the EFL Cup final, succumbing to a 1-0 defeat courtesy of a late goal by Virgil van Dijk in the 118th minute.
This loss is bound to have dented Chelsea’s morale and physical readiness, potentially leaving them a bit off-pace for Leeds’ visit.
Leeds, brimming with confidence after boosting their promotion hopes with a 3-1 victory over Leicester, the leaders, last Friday, are on a roll. This win not only extended their unbeaten run to 12 but also marked their fourth consecutive victory.
Facing Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, Leeds have yet to encounter Premier League opposition in the FA Cup this season. However, their triumph over Leicester is proof of Daniel Farke’s squad’s ability to thrive under pressure, suggesting they could very well hold their own in London.
Chelsea’s form has been inconsistent throughout the season, and their run-up to the EFL Cup final wasn’t particularly impressive, with just two wins out of seven games — none of which were at Stamford Bridge.
Betting on Chelsea to bounce back is my predicition here at 1/2 despite the short odds
