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Chelsea's first game without Liam Rosenior as head coach is an important one as they play Leeds United in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Rosenior was withdrawn of his duties after the Blues lost 3-0 at Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League, and Calum McFarlane will take interim charge until the end of the season.
Meanwhile, Leeds come into this off the back of a well-earned 2-2 draw at Bournemouth in midweek, moving onto the magical 40-point mark which should see them avoid relegation from England's top flight.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our Today's betting tips page for more of our expert FA Cup predictions!
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Chelsea vs. Leeds United key stats
- Chelsea have lost their last three games.
- Leeds are unbeaten in seven matches in all competitions (W4, D3).
- Leeds are also unbeaten in the previous two H2Hs (W1, D1).
Chelsea vs. Leeds United preview: Blues to miss out on another final?
| Chelsea | vs | Leeds |
|---|---|---|
| 8th | Position | 15th |
| 48 | Points | 40 |
| 53 | Goals For | 44 |
| 45 | Goals Against | 51 |
| 9 | Clean Sheets | 7 |
Currently higher in the Premier League table and with a better pedigree in the FA Cup, Chelsea would usually fancy themselves against Leeds here.
However, poor form resulting in another managerial change means confidence is at an all-time low for the Blues.
Recently, scoring goals has been the biggest problem as Chelsea have lost five successive games in the league without scoring.
However, their last FA Cup outing saw them put seven past Port Vale, although one must factor in the level of opposition.
Meanwhile, Leeds are full of confidence after almost guaranteeing their safety in the Premier League.
Now, focus can turn towards the FA Cup, and they will fancy their chances of getting to the final.
It represents a chance to win major silverware for the club, which would turn a good season into an amazing one.
Still, Leeds must not take Chelsea too lightly, especially under new management.
Chelsea vs. Leeds United form guide & betting tips
| Chelsea | vs | Leeds |
|---|---|---|
| L-W-L-L-L | Form | D-W-W-W-D |
| 7 | Goals For | 9 |
| 10 | Goals Against | 5 |
| W-W-W | FA Cup form | W-W-W |
Whispers predicts: Chelsea 1-2 Leeds United
Chelsea are 23/20 favourites to win in normal time, but given their poor form, we fancy Leeds to upset the odds.
Thus, Leeds to qualify at 11/8 by any means is our first pick.
Despite Chelsea's struggles in front of goal lately, they have been free-scoring in the FA Cup, so BTTS - Yes at 8/11 also appeals to us.
In terms of potential goalscorers, Dominic Calvert-Lewin has netted in four appearances in the FA Cup this season, and so Calvert-Lewin to score anytime at 9/4 is our final punt.
Overall, we are predicting a 2-1 Leeds win, which can be backed at 11/1.
> BTTS - Yes at 8/11 | Likelihood: Probable
> Leeds to qualify at 11/8 | Likelihood: Possible
> Calvert-Lewin to score anytime at 9/4 | Likelihood: Possible