Preview: Chelsea vs Leeds prediction, odds, where to watch, time | FA Cup 2025-26 semi-final
The Blues are winless in their last two meetings with the Peacocks.
Chelsea will now go head-to-head against Leeds United for the semifinal clash of the 2025-26 FA Cup. This is going to be an intense outing between these clubs and is scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium.
After a series of poor performances, Chelsea FC have sacked Liam Rosenior and have appointed Calum McFarlane as their interim head coach. Things are going to be hard for them out here.
The Blues have lost three back-to-back games and are going to be under pressure for their next one. Their efforts have been poor all across the field and they completely need some motivation, with a change in strategy as well.
The Peacocks have performed decently in their last few games. They held Bournemouth to a 2-2 draw in their English Premier League contest. The Daniel Farke-led side are surely going to give Chelsea a hard time and might even take them down to secure a spot in the FA Cup final.
Leeds United will be keen to control the game from the start and they will also be looking to continue their positive run of form.
Kick-off:
- Location: London, England
- Stadium: Wembley Stadium
- Date: Saturday, April 26
- Kick-off Time: 07:30 PM IST/ 02:00 PM GMT/ 09:00 AM ET/ 06:00 AM PT
- Referee: Jarred Gillett
- VAR: In use
Form:
Chelsea: L-W-L-L-L
Leeds: D-D-W-W-D
Players to Watch
Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea)
The Argentine midfielder will be looking to step up his game and will be eager to come up with a top performance to help his side return to winning ways. Chelsea have struggled in their last few matches and every player in the squad will be under pressure. Enzo Fernandez is good at controlling the ball well in the midfield and is also capable of scoring goals.
Brendon Aaronson (Leeds United)
The 25-year-old is going to play a crucial part for Leeds United both in the midfield and the final third. Despite not scoring any goals, he was one of the top-performing players in the previous matchup. Brendon Aaronson will be keen to deliver a good performance by putting in top efforts and get his side to the FA Cup final.
Match Facts
- Chelsea are on a three-match losing streak.
- Leeds United are unbeaten in their last seven fixtures.
- Only one of the last five meetings between the Blues and the Peacocks have ended in a draw.
Chelsea vs Leeds: Betting Tips and Odds
- Leeds United to win @13/5 bet365
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin to score @9/4 Skybet
- Goals under 3.5 @7/19 Unibet
Injury and Team News
Estevão, Reece James, Levi Colwill, Jamie Gittens and Filip Jorgensen are not going to be in action for Chelsea. They are injured. Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer are most likely to be a part of the squad against the Peacocks, confirms interim head coach Calum McFarlane.
Leeds United will be without the services of Ilia Gruev. He is injured. Sebastiaan Bornauw and Anton Stach are likely to miss out due to their fitness issues.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 105
Chelsea won: 37
Leeds won: 39
Draws: 29
Predicted Lineups
Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Sánchez (GK); Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; Santos, Caicedo; Palmer, Fernández, Pedro Neto; João Pedro
Leeds United predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)
Darlow (GK); Justin, Bijol, Struijk; Bogle, Ampadu, Tanaka, Gudmundsson; Aaronson, Okafor; Calvert-Lewin
Match Prediction
Neither of these clubs are going to have an easy contest at Wembley Stadium. Chelsea, with a change in strategy, will be looking to gain the momentum, but Leeds United are surely not going to give away many chances.
The Peacocks are could come out on top as the winning team.
Prediction: Chelsea 1-2 Leeds
Telecast Details
India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: TNT Sports, BBC
USA: ESPN+
Nigeria: StarTimes
When and where is Chelsea vs Leeds FA Cup semifinal?
Sunday, April 26, at Wembley Stadium in London, England. Kick-off is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch FA Cup semifinal live in India?
Fans can tune into Sony LIV and Sony Sports Network to watch the competition live.
Where and how to watch FA Cup semifinal live in UK?
TNT Sports and BBC can be used to watch all the games live.
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