14:38
Leeds coach Jesse Marsch made it clear that he cannot understand at all that Tuchel is sitting on the bench today. “It can’t be right. If you get a red card, you’re out. The rule in football is simple. You can’t play the next game,” said the American. The former Leipzig coach and his team also count on chances. “We always enjoy playing at Elland Road,” said Marsch, clarifying: “I think we have a side that can do some damage against an opponent like Chelsea.”
14:30
Asked about the scene that led to his red card, Tuchel tried to smooth things over during the week. “It was a passionate argument between two men fighting for their team. Nothing more,” said the 48-year-old, who “can of course laugh” afterwards about his scuffle with Conte. Tuchel expects a very difficult game for his team at Elland Road today. “I’m expecting a highly intense game with a high-pressure team from Leeds and a very emotional stadium,” said the Blues coach ahead of the game.
14:17
In terms of personnel, it is also interesting to take a look at the coaching bench today. Because for the guests from London it is the first game after the sideline scandal between coach Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte. Although the Blues’ German coach has already been penalized with a one-game suspension, Chelsea will not be without Tuchel today. Because the block is temporarily suspended until the independent regulatory commission has justified its decisions in writing. So Tuchel can coach his team as usual today.
14:16
A look at the line-ups: There is only one change for both teams compared to last weekend. Patrick Bamford is missing from Leeds after a positive corona test, Daniel James takes over. The Blues have to do without N’Golo Kanté, but Conor Gallagher starts in midfield.
14:03
Both teams started the new season well with four points from two games. Both could have started with a perfect score. Chelsea only had to accept Harry Kane’s 2-2 lead in injury time in last weekend’s top game against Tottenham, while Leeds even led 2-0 at FC Southampton up to the 72nd minute and also had to accept a point-sharp end.
14:02
Hello and welcome to the Premier League on Sunday afternoon! Leeds United host Chelsea FC on Matchday 3. At 3pm the ball rolls on Elland Road!