Chelsea welcome Leeds United to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night, with the Blues looking to extend a dominant home record against their historic rivals and maintain their push for a top-four finish under manager Liam Rosenior.
Kick-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM GMT on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
Rosenior’s Perfect Start Since taking the reins at Stamford Bridge, Liam Rosenior has overseen a remarkable turnaround.
The Blues have won four consecutive Premier League matches, including a morale-boosting 3-1 victory away at Wolverhampton Wanderers last weekend.
That win was headlined by a sensational first-half hat-trick from talisman Cole Palmer, who continues to be the driving force behind Chelsea’s resurgence.
Currently sitting fifth in the Premier League table, Chelsea are just one point outside the Champions League places.
A victory on Tuesday would not only heap pressure on the teams above them but also mark a personal milestone for Rosenior, who is aiming to become the first Chelsea manager since Maurizio Sarri in 2018 to win his first three home league matches.
“He’s available for tomorrow,” Rosenior confirmed regarding Palmer’s fitness, dismissing concerns after the midfielder was substituted early against Wolves. “We have a plan to keep him fresh, but he is ready to go.”
Daniel Farke’s Leeds United travel to West London in buoyant mood. After a shaky start to the campaign, the Whites have steadied the ship, pulling nine points clear of the relegation zone.
Their 3-1 victory over Nottingham Forest last Friday showcased their attacking potential, with goals from Jayden Bogle, Noah Okafor, and the in-form Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Farke will be hoping to complete a historic league double over Chelsea, having already masterminded a 3-1 victory at Elland Road in December.
However, history is not on their side; Leeds have not won a Premier League game at Stamford Bridge since December 1999.
“We know the challenge,” Farke said in his pre-match presser. “Stamford Bridge is a fortress, but we have shown we can beat the best. We go there with respect but no fear.”
Chelsea have been dealt a potential blow with captain Reece James emerging as a doubt due to illness, just as he was nearing a return from a knock.
The Blues remain without long-term absentees Levi Colwill, Romeo Lavia, Dario Essugo, and Jamie Gittens. However, Pedro Neto is back in contention, adding depth to Chelsea’s wide options.
For Leeds, key defender Pascal Struijk is ruled out with a hip flexor issue, likely forcing Farke to reshuffle his backline. Midfielder Anton Stach also remains sidelined, but the return of Daniel James and Lukas Nmecha to the squad offers crucial attacking reinforcements.
The match could be decided in the midfield battle between Chelsea’s Cole Palmer and Leeds’ defensive anchor, Ethan Ampadu.
Palmer’s ability to find pockets of space has been virtually unstoppable in recent weeks, and former Chelsea man Ampadu will need to produce a disciplined performance to nullify his threat.
With both teams enjoying strong runs of form, Tuesday’s clash promises to be a high-octane encounter under the lights at the Bridge.
