Leeds United jury split on Chelsea semi-final as fans predict tight Wembley tie | OneFootball

Leeds United supporters are split on how Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea will play out, with predictions spanning both outcomes. It is the club’s first FA Cup semi-final in 39 years. The tie is at Wembley.

According to yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, its fans’ panel weighed historical grievances and current form as they assessed the meeting of long-standing rivals.

Keith Ingham recalled past FA Cup setbacks against Chelsea and hopes this team take their chance. He expects it could go long, predicting Chelsea 1-2 Leeds United after extra time.

David Watkins noted the cup run had trailed the Premier League battle, yet Leeds have suffered only four defeats in 25 across competitions since a half-time shift at the Etihad, starting with a 3-1 win over Chelsea. Despite a recent slump after a bright spell under Liam Rosenior and a heavy defeat by PSG, he fears Chelsea’s experience, forecasting Chelsea 2-1 Leeds United.

Mike Gill argued that, although Chelsea sit higher, Leeds appear in a better place amid Blues fan protests and Champions League jeopardy. With caretaker Calum McFarlane in charge after Rosenior’s dismissal on Wednesday, he says Chelsea remain favourites, but tips Chelsea 1-2 Leeds United.

Andy Rhodes highlighted Chelsea’s single win in their last eight, which came in this competition, and Leeds’ stronger form. He believes Noah Okafor could be central, and calls for every player to peak, predicting 2-2 before Chelsea edge it 3-2 after extra time.

Neil Grewer reflected on a generational return to this stage and suggested the London hoodoo eased in the quarter-final. Confident in Daniel Farke’s injury-hit squad and the backing of the travelling support, he goes for 2-2 with Leeds to win on penalties.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk