
Premier League
7:30 p.mFebruary 10, 2026
Regular season – 26
Stamford Bridge
Referee: Robert Jones, England


Chelsea


Leeds
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3.65
Expected Goals (xG)
1.35
Passing by
587 (92%)
Accurate passes
266 (80%)
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Premier League Ranking – Premier League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Relegation – Championship
Chelsea fought back from two goals down to earn a dramatic 2-2 draw against Leeds United.
Chelsea battled back from a two-goal deficit to salvage a 2-2 draw against resilient Leeds United at Stamford Bridge on February 10, 2026. Enzo Fernandez’s late equalizer secured a crucial Premier League point for the Blues.
The local team, fifth with 43 points, was eyeing a Champions League push. Meanwhile, 16th-placed Leeds on 29 points fought fiercely against relegation. The head-to-head records favored Chelsea, but the matches consistently offered scoring successes.
Leeds started with surprising aggression and stunned the Stamford Bridge crowd early on. In the 22nd minute, Wilfried Gnonto took advantage of a defensive error. He guided home a low shot past Robert Sánchez. The visiting Whites showed clear intent.
Chelsea struggled to find rhythm, their passing disjointed under Leeds’ high pressure. Opportunities were few and far between despite efforts to get ahead. Leeds defended resolutely, disrupting Chelsea’s attacking flow for most of the half.
Just before half-time, Leeds doubled their lead through a well-worked counter-attack. Patrick Bamford, in the 45th minute, scored a precise finish into the bottom corner. That left Chelsea with a huge task after a frustrating first half.
The half-time whistle brought urgency for Chelsea, who required a tactical change and renewed energy. Leeds felt confident with their two-goal lead. The second half promised drama as Chelsea looked for an unlikely comeback.
Chelsea emerged with renewed purpose and intensity, immediately pressing Leeds. The breakthrough came quickly in the 53rd minute. Raheem Sterling intervened from close range after a goal kick. His quick finish halved the deficit, rekindling hope.
A draw seemed inevitable as Chelsea went forward, dominated possession and created chances. Mauricio Pochettino’s substitutions added fresh legs. Leeds’ defensive resilience was tested repeatedly as time wore on.
Persistent pressure finally paid off in the home side’s end. In the 83rd minute, Enzo Fernández unleashed a powerful shot from outside the area. He beat Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier. Stamford Bridge erupted as Chelsea completed their fightback.
Chelsea finished with 62% possession, 18 shots (7 on target), reflecting their dominance in the second half. Leeds managed 8 shots (4 on target), showing a clinical finish to the first half. Expected goals (xG) stood at 2.0 for Chelsea, 1.5 for Leeds.
This 2-2 draw leaves Chelsea in fifth, missing out on the chance to close the gap on the top four. For Leeds, it is a valuable point, which boosts their fight against relegation. Both teams will reflect on the key moments to advance.

