Premier League Regular Season - 26
Chelsea 2 - 2 FT Leeds
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
8' M. Gusto
15' J. Acheampong
G. Gudmundsson 19'
S. Bornauw 22'
24' Joao Pedro (C. Palmer)
J. Justin 45'
HT
46' ↓ M. Cucurella ↑J. Hato
↓ S. Bornauw ↑N. Okafor 55'
58' C. Palmer
64' ↓ Estevao ↑P. Neto
67' C. Palmer
L. Nmecha 67'
N. Okafor (L. Nmecha) 73'
79' ↓ J. Acheampong ↑W. Fofana
79' ↓ Andrey Santos ↑L. Delap
↓ L. Nmecha ↑D. James 82'
↓ B. Aaronson ↑S. Longstaff 90'+5
S. Longstaff 90'+6
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Chelsea
Goalkeepers
Robert Sánchez 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Malo Gusto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josh Acheampong
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
Trevoh Chalobah 
MAGNET
117
Activity
117
Activity
104
Passes
13
Duels
Marc Cucurella
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Midfielders
Moisés Caicedo 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Andrey Santos
MAGNET
77
Activity
77
Activity
69
Passes
8
Duels
Estêvão 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Cole Palmer 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
Enzo Fernández
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
74%
Pass Acc
Forwards
João Pedro 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
7.6
Rating
BENCH
Teddy Sharman-Lowe 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jorrel Hato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
49
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Benoît Badiashile
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wesley Fofana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamadou Sarr
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedro Neto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Garnacho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Liam Delap
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marc Guiu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leeds
Goalkeepers
Karl Darlow
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
James Justin 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
79%
Duel Win %
Sebastiaan Bornauw 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
1
Tackles
Jaka Bijol
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6
Rating
Joe Rodon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Gudmundsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Jayden Bogle
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ethan Ampadu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ilia Gruev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brenden Aaronson 
NPC
94
Minutes
94
Minutes
16%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
Forwards
Lukas Nmecha 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Lucas Perri
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Sam Byram
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sean Longstaff
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ao Tanaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Facundo Buonanotte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel James
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Okafor 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
39
Minutes
7.3
Rating
Wilfried Gnonto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joël Piroe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2025 | Leeds | 3 - 1 | Chelsea | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 28/02/2024 | Chelsea | 3 - 2 | Leeds | FA Cup | Stamford Bridge |
| 04/03/2023 | Chelsea | 1 - 0 | Leeds | Premier League | Stamford Bridge |
| 21/08/2022 | Leeds | 3 - 0 | Chelsea | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 11/05/2022 | Leeds | 0 - 3 | Chelsea | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 11/12/2021 | Chelsea | 3 - 2 | Leeds | Premier League | Stamford Bridge |
Chelsea Win
Leeds Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +32
P: 26 GD: +30
P: 26 GD: +10
P: 26 GD: +10
P: 26 GD: +17
P: 26 GD: +6
P: 26 GD: +5
P: 26 GD: -1
P: 26 GD: -2
P: 26 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -3
P: 26 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -4
P: 26 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -9
P: 26 GD: -1
P: 26 GD: -13
P: 26 GD: -17
P: 26 GD: -23
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +39
P: 30 GD: +32
P: 30 GD: +13
P: 30 GD: +3
P: 30 GD: +18
P: 29 GD: +9
P: 29 GD: +4
P: 30 GD: -1
P: 30 GD: 0
P: 30 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -3
P: 30 GD: +3
P: 30 GD: -5
P: 30 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -11
P: 29 GD: -7
P: 30 GD: -15
P: 30 GD: -19
P: 30 GD: -26
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Blues Stunned by Leeds Resurgence at the Bridge
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 94/100. Chelsea’s top-four ambitions took a significant hit as they surrendered a commanding lead to a relentless Leeds side in a match defined by missed opportunities and defensive lapses.
The Blue Siege at the Bridge
Chelsea established immediate control at Stamford Bridge, dictating the tempo through the midfield engine of Enzo Fernández. The World Cup winner registered five key passes, orchestrating a relentless offensive that eventually breached the Leeds backline in the 24th minute. Cole Palmer, continuing his exceptional season, provided the vision with a precise assist for Joao Pedro to slot home. An Intensity score of 12.8 reflects the sheer volume of pressure Chelsea applied, racking up 19 shots total while restricting the visitors to sporadic counter-attacks. Despite the one-sided nature of the opening half, Chelsea’s inability to turn their 66% possession into a multi-goal cushion left the door ajar for the visitors.
Fifteen Minutes of Pure Chaos
The match exploded into life during a frantic second-half sequence that shifted the Balance of power entirely. When Cole Palmer converted a 58th-minute penalty, the contest seemed settled. However, the script flipped as Leeds refused to buckle. The introduction of N. Okafor as a substitute provided the spark, but it was L. Nmecha who initiated the fightback from the spot just nine minutes later. This flurry of three goals in a 15-minute window turned a predictable home win into a high-stakes lottery. Leeds, despite their lowly league position, suddenly found the clinical edge that Chelsea lacked, capitalising on a sudden drop in Chelsea's defensive coordination to silence the home faithful.
The Okafor Impact and Justin’s Wall
The ultimate sucker punch arrived in the 73rd minute when N. Okafor turned scorer, finishing an assist from Nmecha to level the scores. While Chelsea threw everything forward in the closing stages, they were met by a defensive titan in James Justin. The defender’s 8.5 rating was well-earned; he anchored a backline that withstood a late barrage, embodying the Upset Factor that defines the Premier League. For Chelsea, an xG of 3.65 compared to Leeds' 1.35 tells a story of wastefulness. The Stakes remain high for both; Chelsea lose ground in the European race, while Leeds carry a massive momentum boost back to Yorkshire after proving they can trade blows with the elite.
Key Questions
What made James Justin the Man of the Match?
James Justin earned his 8.5 rating through defensive resilience, helping Leeds survive 19 shots and 14 attempts from inside the box to secure a point.
How did Chelsea complete the comeback from behind?
Chelsea actually led 2-0 and failed to complete a win; it was Leeds who staged the comeback after trailing by two goals until the 67th minute.
How did substitute James Justin change the game?
James Justin actually started the match, providing a consistent defensive wall, while substitute Noah Okafor changed the game by scoring the crucial 73rd-minute equalizer.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Blues Seek to Tighten Grip on Top-Four Race
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. Chelsea's superior technical depth and the individual brilliance of their midfield maestros should prove too much for a Leeds side currently languishing in the lower reaches of the table.
The Setup
As the Premier League enters its final third on February 10, 2026, Chelsea find themselves in a commanding position to challenge for Champions League qualification. Currently sitting 5th with 40 points, the London side has shown glimpses of elite Form, despite a recent draw. At Stamford Bridge, the expectation is nothing less than a dominant display against a Leeds outfit that has struggled for oxygen in 16th place. The Balance of the match is heavily tilted toward the hosts, whose 58.9% win probability reflects the gulf in quality between a title-chasing infrastructure and a squad fighting to keep its head above water.
Key Battle
The tactical narrative centers on the Chelsea engine room against the Leeds defensive structure. With Stars like M. Caicedo and Enzo Fernández dictating the tempo, Chelsea will look to monopolize possession and pull the Leeds low-block out of position. Without specific individual threats identified in the visitors' ranks, the burden falls on the Leeds collective back line to weather an inevitable storm. The creative freedom afforded to C. Palmer and the clinical edge of João Pedro will test whether the visitors can maintain their discipline for 90 minutes under sustained pressure.
Our Prediction
Chelsea are expected to dictate this contest from the first whistle, utilizing their superior ball retention to tire out the opposition. While the Stakes might feel higher for a Leeds side desperate for points, the raw talent at Enzo Maresca's disposal should ensure a comfortable evening. Expect Palmer to carve openings for a 3-1 victory, with the visitors potentially snatching a consolation on the break as Chelsea commit bodies forward late on.