Leeds United stunned Chelsea 3-1 at Elland Road, ending a four-game losing streak that had seen the Whites teeter on the brink of relegation. The visitors' title hopes took another hit as Leeds pulled off one of the most impressive results in the Premier League this season.
Chelsea's struggles began when Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier thwarted Mason Mount's early effort, sending the Blues crashing into a corner that was expertly cleared by Raphinha. Moments later, Leeds launched a swift counter-attack that resulted in Rasmus Kristensen heading home with his first goal for the club to stun the away side.
The visitors' frustration grew as Leeds continued to cause problems at the back, and on 34 minutes, Rodrigo scored his third goal of the season, tapping past Kepa Arrizabalaga after a swift break. Chelsea's hopes of salvaging something from the game looked increasingly remote as Leeds took control in the second half.
A well-placed corner by Raphinha led to Kalvin Phillips heading home on 62 minutes to seal a famous win for Leeds, who had last secured three consecutive wins in March this year. The result marked a significant shift in momentum for the Whites and raises hopes of survival among fans at Elland Road.
Chelsea's struggles began when Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier thwarted Mason Mount's early effort, sending the Blues crashing into a corner that was expertly cleared by Raphinha. Moments later, Leeds launched a swift counter-attack that resulted in Rasmus Kristensen heading home with his first goal for the club to stun the away side.
The visitors' frustration grew as Leeds continued to cause problems at the back, and on 34 minutes, Rodrigo scored his third goal of the season, tapping past Kepa Arrizabalaga after a swift break. Chelsea's hopes of salvaging something from the game looked increasingly remote as Leeds took control in the second half.
A well-placed corner by Raphinha led to Kalvin Phillips heading home on 62 minutes to seal a famous win for Leeds, who had last secured three consecutive wins in March this year. The result marked a significant shift in momentum for the Whites and raises hopes of survival among fans at Elland Road.