Chelsea Target Victory at Elland Road as Leeds Fight for Premier League Survival

Leeds United return to Elland Road to face Chelsea in a match that could define their season. The Whites are struggling in 18th place with just 11 points from 13 games, having lost six of their last seven matches, including a tough defeat at Manchester City, as reported by SoftFootball.

Chelsea, meanwhile, are unbeaten in their last five matches and sit third, with their attacking play and tactical discipline making them hard to beat. Their recent 1-1 draw against Arsenal with 10 men showed their resilience, as reported by SoftFootball.

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Leeds have injury concerns. Daniel James is out for eight weeks with a hamstring tendon problem, while Sean Longstaff remains sidelined. Anton Stach is back in training and may start, with Sebastiaan Bornauw also available.

Lukas Nmecha, the top scorer with four goals, will lead the line. Chelsea are without Moisés Caicedo due to suspension, with Levi Colwill and Romeo Lavia injured. Reece James could be rested, but Cole Palmer may start after recovering from a groin and toe injury.

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Team News

Missing Daniel James and Sean Longstaff. Anton Stach and Sebastiaan Bornauw are back. Lukas Nmecha leads the attack. Moisés Caicedo suspended. Levi Colwill and Romeo Lavia are injured.

Reece James will be rested, even though Maresca said he would love to play him in the press conference posted on the club’s official YouTube account. Cole Palmer is available and will definitely get some minutes.

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Possible Lineups

Leeds United (3-5-2): Perri; Rodon, Struijk, Bijol; Bogle, Gruev, Ampadu, Tanaka, Gudmundsson; Calvert-Lewin, Nmecha.
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; Gusto, Adarabioyo, Chalobah, Cucurella; Santos, Fernandez; Estevao, Pedro, Neto; Delap.

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SoftFootball Prediction

Leeds have shown heart, but their defence has been leaky. Chelsea have the quality, squad depth, and momentum to win. SoftFootball predicts victory for the Blues, although Leeds may create chances if they defend well and hit on the counter.

Chelsea’s strong away form and attacking flexibility make them favourites, but it should still be a competitive midweek clash.

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Prediction: Leeds United 0-2 Chelsea.