Premier League 2025/26: Chelsea vs Leeds United Preview, Prediction, TV channels & Predicted Lineup
Fifth-placed Chelsea hosts 16th-placed Leeds United in a vital mid-week clash. The Blues aim to leapfrog into the Champions League spots, while Leeds fights to keep their six-point relegation buffer intact.
Match Facts
Chelsea enters this match following a hard-fought League Cup semi-final draw against Arsenal, looking to maintain their unbeaten league run under Liam Rosenior.
Despite their lower ranking, Leeds has become a "giant killer" recently, having taken points off Manchester United and Liverpool at home.
Chelsea has won five of the last six meetings against Leeds, including a 4-0 thrashing at Elland Road earlier this season in October.
Leeds has struggled to keep goals out on the road, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last eight away fixtures.
Cole Palmer is expected to return to the starting XI after a minor knock, providing a massive boost for the hosts' creativity.
Predicted Lineup
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; James, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Madueke, Palmer, Garnacho; João Pedro.
Leeds United (3-5-2): Darlow; Rodon, Bornauw, Struijk; Bogle, Ampadu, Gruev, Justin, Stach; Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin.
Prediction of AI
Chelsea’s clinical efficiency at Stamford Bridge combined with the return of Cole Palmer makes them heavy favorites. While Leeds will likely employ a high-press to disrupt the Blues' rhythm, Chelsea’s technical quality in the final third should see them break through comfortably.
Score Prediction: Chelsea 3 - 0 Leeds United.
Kick Off Time?
Competition: Premier League (Round 25)
Kick-off (GMT): 19:30, Tuesday 10 February 2026
Stadium, location: Stamford Bridge, London, England
How to Watch in the UK and US?
In the UK: This mid-week fixture is broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video.
In the US: Available to stream on Peacock and broadcast in Spanish on Universo.
TV Channel and Live Stream: You can also follow Xscore808 live updates for other countries.
