Chelsea’s five successive Premier League games without scoring represents their worst run in 114 years as they prepare to face Leeds at Wembley in Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final. The Blues must overcome their goal drought to secure a final showdown with Manchester City on May 16. According to Sports.yahoo.com.
Chelsea’s Historic Goal Drought Looms Over Leeds Semi-Final at Wembley
The Blues enter Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final under interim manager Calum McFarlane following the recent sacking of Liam Rosenior. McFarlane returns to the hot seat bidding to turn around the club’s fortunes after their unprecedented attacking struggles this season.
A victory over Daniel Farke’s Leeds would provide crucial momentum for Chelsea, who desperately need to prove less toothless in front of goal. The 3pm BST kick-off at Wembley Stadium will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and HBO Max, with coverage beginning at 2pm.
Leeds arrive at Wembley buoyed by their last-gasp draw at Bournemouth, which took them to the all-important 40-point barrier in a huge boost to their Premier League survival bid. Farke’s side remain on a hot streak as they look to upset Chelsea’s final aspirations.
McFarlane confirmed that Estevao is ruled out for the season after scans revealed the extent of his hamstring injury. Both Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro are “in a good place” after training but will face late fitness tests to determine their availability.
Leeds will be without Ilia Gruev after he sustained a season-ending meniscus injury, while Farke remains hopeful that Jayden Bogle, Sebastiaan Bornauw and Anton Stach will be included in the semi-final squad. The winner will face Manchester City in the showpiece final on Saturday 16 May.
