Chelsea vs Leeds United Prediction: Billion Pound Bottle Jobs back in action

It seems like Chelsea fans have a hard month ahead of them after losing that Carabao Cup final to Liverpool on Sunday evening. The frustration from the fans was echoed through commentator Gary Neville when he called Chelsea the Billion Pound Bottle Jobs. Can they redeem themselves with a win against Leeds United in the FA Cup 5th round?  

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To Qualify – Leeds United 11/4

Chelsea has not healed from the events that transpired on Sunday evening when they met Liverpool FC in the final of the Carabao Cup. Fans, Lovers of the game and analysts are all disappointed with Chelsea’s display against what they are calling “Liverpool’s Kids.” Chelsea has a lot to prove against Leads when they meet on Wednesday evening. However, Leeds United are in the form of their lives.    

6 wins in a row, no losses in their last 12 games and 64 goals scored in the championship. Leeds United under Daniel Farke, who was appointed in July of 2023 will relish the opportunity playing against a Premier League top 6 side like Chelsea. However, He has faced Chelsea FC 5 times, losing 4 and registering a single draw. He will take inspiration from his compatriot Jurgen Klopp and hope to quality knocking Chelsea out of this prestigious competition.  

Both Teams to Score – Yes 3/4

Leeds United has Premier League experience only being relegated last season. The last time they faced Chelsea away it ended in a loss for Leeds United. The stakes are different this time around with a place in the next round of this year’s FA Cup on the line. Expect both teams to find the back of the net in this match.  

Anytime Goal scorer – Georginho Rutter 4/1

A star in the making is 21-year-old Georginio Rutter who joined Leeds United in January of 2023. The youngster has 7 goals and 14 assists in 36 appearances for Leeds United. His stock is rising with every appearance. He has experience in the French and German Top Flights. He has scored against the world best clubs like Bayer Leverkusen, Dortmund, Leicester City and Manchester United. Currently valued at a cool 18 million Euros. A five-star performance against the Blues will catapult his stock and set him up for a move to one of Europe’s elite clubs. 

Anytime Goal Scorer – Cole Palmer 13/10

The Manchester City graduate that has everyone talking this season is Cole Palmer. He has represented Chelsea with a lot of energy and commitment to the club. Looking at the Chelsea line up there are no bigger threats on the pitch than this youngster. a player that Manchester City may look back at with regret if he becomes the start, he is showing glimpse of becoming. Based on his recent form, Chelsea will look to him for creating and scoring goals. I think he will be on the score sheet come the end of the 90 minutes.