Chelsea’s winning streak under new boss Liam Rosenior came to an end in dramatic fashion as Leeds United recovered from two goals down to claim a 2-2 draw. Despite a dominant start from the Blues, defensive lapses in the second half allowed the visitors to leave London with a hard-earned point.
The hosts broke the deadlock in the 24th minute through Joao Pedro, who continued his fine form by finishing a flowing move started by Enzo Fernandez. Chelsea looked to have doubled their advantage and secured the points in the 58th minute when Cole Palmer coolly converted a penalty after Jaka Bijol fouled Joao Pedro in the box.
However, Leeds refused to capitulate. The comeback began in the 66th minute when Lukas Nmecha fired home a penalty of his own after Moises Caicedo brought down Jayden Bogle. The momentum shifted entirely, and in the 74th minute, chaos in the Chelsea box allowed Noah Okafor to tap into an empty net after Bogle had pressured the Blues' backline into a mistake.
Chelsea pushed for a late winner, with Pedro Neto’s cross narrowly evading everyone in stoppage time, but Daniel Farke’s men held firm to deny the Blues a fifth consecutive league victory.
What It Means: Chelsea remain in 5th place with 44 points, missing the chance to move into the Champions League spots. Leeds United climb to 15th, moving seven points clear of the relegation zone after a display of immense character.