Leeds will welcome Chelsea to Elland Road on Wednesday, 3 December, in a match that will have an impact on both ends of the Premier League table.
The hosts come into the match needing a result to climb out of the bottom three, while the visitors need a win to keep themselves in the hunt for the title.
As part of this week's round of Premier League betting tips, check out our Leeds vs Chelsea prediction below.
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Leeds vs Chelsea prediction: The Blues are too strong
Key Stats
- Chelsea have the best away record in the Premier League, with an average of 2.17 points per away match.
- Leeds have lost four Premier League matches in a row.
- Both teams have scored in four of Leeds' last five matches.
Correct score prediction: Leeds 1-3 Chelsea
We expect Leeds to start strongly at Elland Road and perhaps even take the lead, but Chelsea's class will shine through as the game progresses, and they should ultimately win with relative ease.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Chelsea are the odds-on favourites
- HOME: 17/5 (4.40) – 22.7%
- DRAW: 14/5 (3.80) 26.3%
- AWAY: 3/4 (1.75) – 57.1%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Leeds vs Chelsea odds are weighted in favour of the visitors, but they aren't as short as you might have expected. Ladbrokes have given Chelsea a 57.1% chance of winning the match, while Leeds have been given a 22.7% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Chelsea
Chelsea have a good recent record against Leeds, winning four of their last five encounters with the Whites. However, it's not all doom and gloom for Leeds, as they did defeat Chelsea 3-0 the last time the London side visited Elland Road.
England FA Cup 28/02/24
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England Premier League 21/08/22
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England Premier League 11/05/22
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England Premier League 11/12/21
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Leeds preview: Pressure mounting on Farke
Daniel Farke will be well aware that he needs to find some results and fast if he is to remain in the dugout at Elland Road. For this one, the German is definitely without Sean Longstaff, while James Justin is a doubt.
Predicted lineup: Perri (GK), Rodon, Struijk, Bijol, Bogle, Gruev, Ampadu, Tanaka, Gudmundsson, Nmecha, Calvert-Lewin
Last five results
- Man City 3-2 Leeds
- Leeds 1-2 Aston Villa
- Nottingham Forest 3-1 Leeds
- Brighton 3-0 Leeds
- Leeds 2-1 West Ham
Chelsea preview: No Caicedo
Moises Caicedo will begin his three-match suspension on Wednesday night following his red card against Arsenal, and with Romeo Lavia injured and Reece James being rested, there is an opening for Andrey Santos in midfield. Cole Palmer could play from the start after returning to the squad at the weekend.
Predicted lineup: Sanchez (GK), Gusto, Adarabioyo, Chalobah, Cucurella, Fernandez, Santos, Estevao, Palmer, Neto, Delap
Last five results
- Chelsea 1-1 Arsenal
- Chelsea 3-0 Barcelona
- Burnley 0-2 Chelsea
- Chelsea 3-0 Wolves
- Qarabag 2-2 Chelsea
Player to watch: Estevao
Following his electrifying display against Barcelona last week, Enzo Maresca compared Estevao to Lamine Yamal. If he is to live up to these comparisons, then the Brazilian needs to find more consistency with his performances. Can he shine at Elland Road on Wednesday night?