Leeds United are poised for an exhilarating FA Cup fifth-round showdown against Chelsea. Heading to Stamford Bridge, the Whites aim to advance to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2003.
Despite an impressive record of 11 victories in their last 12 matches across various competitions, including a nine-game winning streak in the Championship, Leeds find themselves as underdogs against Chelsea. The Blues, positioned mid-table in the Premier League, have splurged in the transfer market following Todd Boehly’s ownership takeover.
In his weekly BBC prediction column, pundit Chris Sutton predicts a 2-0 victory for Chelsea, emphasizing their need to rebound from their Carabao Cup setback. He acknowledges Leeds’ strong form under Daniel Farke but suggests that Farke might prioritize their promotion bid over the cup tie.
Sutton reflects on a past defeat as a Chelsea player against Leeds, hinting at the pressure on Chelsea’s manager, Mauricio Pochettino, if they fail to secure a win. Despite the challenges, Sutton predicts a home victory for Chelsea with a 2-0 scoreline.
