Leeds United vs Chelsea
21st August 1400hrs
Football – England – Premier League
Pick Away Win Both Halves
Bookmaker Unibet
Odds: 11/4 odds taken 0815 GMT, Saturday 20 August
Leeds United and Chelsea lock horns in a tasty Premier League fixture at Elland Road this Sunday. The Blues will still be licking their wounds after last weekend’s battling draw with rivals Tottenham Hotspur. Both clubs have taken four points from two games and this promises to be an entertaining encounter in Yorkshire. Will the Blues be too strong, or can the Whites upset the FIFA Club World Cup champions? Check out our betting preview.
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Leeds United Preview – Can the Whites cause a big upset on home turf?
Leeds United have made a strong start to their 2022-23 Premier League season, taking four points from their opening two games. After sailing far too close to the wind in terms of relegation last season, Leeds will be hoping to stay well clear of the bottom three this time around.
Jesse Marsch’s men kicked off their season with a 2-1 home win over Wolverhampton Wanderers. They then picked up a 2-2 draw with Southampton last week, though they did squander a two-goal lead at St Mary’s.
This will be their toughest challenge yet, but Leeds will relish the opportunity of scalping one of the big boys early on. The bookies are offering the tempting odds of 19/4 for a home win.
Chelsea Preview – Blues to take maximum points at Elland Road?
Chelsea kicked off their Premier League campaign with a toughly-fought win over Everton. Jorginho’s penalty on the stroke of half time was enough to give the Blues 1-0 win against Frank Lampard’s Toffees at Goodison Park.
Chelsea were then involved in another fierce battle with London rivals Tottenham. The game produced four goals and countless talking points. Harry Kane rescued a point for Spurs at the death. After the final whistle, both Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte were shown red cards.
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Chelsea will be hoping return to winning ways with three points on their travels this weekend. As anticipated, the London side are the odds-on favourites to get the victory at Elland Road.
Leeds United vs Chelsea Betting Advice
Chelsea did the double over Leeds last season. The Whites gave the Blues a good game at Stamford Bridge in December, with the home side sneaking a 3-2 win. However, Chelsea eased to victory in the reverse fixture at Elland Road in May, as goals from Mason Mount, Christian Pulisic and Romelu Lukaku sealed a routine 3-0 away win.
Chelsea are unbeaten in eight in this fixture, winning six and drawing two. Leeds’ last win came in 2002 when Jonathan Woodgate and James Milner were on target in a 2-0 United success at Elland Road.
Key Facts – Leeds United vs Chelsea Betting Tip
- Leeds have not beaten Chelsea for over 20 years
- The Blues have won six and drawn two of the last eight meetings
- Both teams have taken four points from a possible six so far
Chelsea have an excellent record over Leeds over the past two decades, and the London outfit should be too strong for the home team this Sunday. Put some money on Chelsea to win both halves at 11/4.
Tuchel’s men stopped Everton from scoring in their first away game – Chelsea are available at 13/8 to win to nil again this weekend.
The best betting odds for Leeds United vs Chelsea
Leeds United to win: 19/4 at Bet365
Draw: 10/3 at Bet365
Chelsea to win: 11/20 at Bet365
