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Leeds United vs Chelsea: prediction for the English Premier League match
Leeds United square off against Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday, August 21. What to expect from this game? Look out for our prediction below.
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Leeds United
EnglandLeeds United endured a tough campaign last season, almost getting relegated and losing Marcelo Bielsa as head coach. The Peacocksrecorded a total of 38 points from nine wins and 11 draws and finished in 17th place in the table. They didn't impress in the cups, either.
In the summer, Leeds bid farewell to Phillips and Raphinha, and signed Aaronson, Rasmus, and Adams. In the first two games of the new Premier League season, Jesse Marsch's side celebrated success over Wolverhampton (2:1) and shared points with Southampton (2:2).
The hosts will be without Ayling, Dallas, Firpo. Cooper and Bamford are both doubts for the upcoming match.
Chelsea
EnglandChelsea failed to defend the title of the European champions and lost to Real Madrid in the quarterfinals of the 2021-2022 Champions League. The team reached the finals of both the League Cup and the FA Cup, but lost in both finals to Liverpool on penalties.
In the Premier League, the Bluescollected 74 points from 21 wins and 11 draws and finished in 3rd place. Thomas Tuchel's side was solid on defense and conceded less than one goal per game on average.
In the first two games of the new Premier League season, Chelsea recorded four points. The Blues got a narrow win over Everton (1:0) and drew against Tottenham (2:2).
Alonso, Kante, Brojaand Kovacic are sidelined with injuries.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorrect score 0:3
The visitors have won 3 of the last 4 head-to-head games.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet won in 2 of the last 4 head-to-head games.
СтавкаYellow cards: total over 3
This bet won in 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
The visitors are a better team on paper and showed a more impressive performance in the opening rounds of the Premier League season. The Blues also won the last two games against Leeds, and we don't think that the Whites will be able to upset the favorite today.
Our prediction — Asian handicap (-1) to Chelsea
We expect Chelsea to take control of the game from the first minutes. In two of the last three head-to-head games, Chelsea won by at least three goals. We think that the visitors can deliver a strong attacking performance here and suggest playing the Blues' confident victory.
Second bet — Chelsea to win by 3 goals
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