Chelsea welcome Leicester City to Stamford Bridge in Matchweek 28, with both sides fighting for crucial points at opposite ends of the table. Enzo Maresca’s Blues continue their push for a top-four finish, while Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Foxes are desperate to escape the relegation zone and close the gap on Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Chelsea’s Recent Form & Top-Four Opportunity
The Blues enter the contest on the back of two consecutive victories—a commanding 4-0 win over Southampton in the Premier League and a 2-1 triumph against FC Copenhagen in the UEFA Conference League Round of 16. These results mark the first time Chelsea have won back-to-back games since December 19, a reflection of their inconsistent form in recent months.
With Nottingham Forest’s shock 1-0 victory over Manchester City, Chelsea have a golden opportunity to move into fourth place. A win against Leicester would see the Blues climb to 49 points, two clear of City, before they face Arsenal on March 16 in a crucial clash ahead of the international break.