Chelsea vs Leicester City Lineups: Predicted XI & Team News

When Chelsea face Leicester City, the story goes beyond who starts on the pitch: there’s a new number 10, a striker who blew the referee’s whistle, and a club’s biggest ever win lurking in the history books. This guide pulls together confirmed lineups, predicted teams, broadcast details, and the backstories that make this fixture more than just a Premier League match.

Last Premier League meeting: Chelsea 2‑1 Leicester (27 Aug, 2022) ·
Chelsea’s biggest win: 13‑0 ·
Chelsea’s new number 10: Cole Palmer (ahead of 2025/26 season) ·
Vardy’s controversial whistle: explained on Instagram

Five key facts summarise what we know about Chelsea vs Leicester, from the last meeting to squad‑number changes.

Who scored Chelsea vs. Leicester?

Match details from August 2022

The last Premier League meeting between these sides ended 2‑1 in Chelsea’s favour on 27 August 2022. Sports Mole (football news outlet) records that Chelsea secured the win at home. Earlier in that same season, Chelsea also beat Leicester 2‑1 in November 2024.

The implication: recent history favours Chelsea but margins are narrow.

What is Chelsea’s predicted lineup?

Predicted XI based on recent form and injuries

Several outlets have offered predicted line‑ups for the March 2025 fixture. Squawka (tactical analysis site) projects a 4‑2‑3‑1 with Jorgensen in goal; Gusto, Fofana, Colwill and Cucurella in defence; Caicedo and Fernández in midfield; and Sancho, Palmer, Nkunku behind Neto. Sports Illustrated meanwhile predicts Reece James at right‑back and Filip Jörgensen in goal. Wesley Fofana returned to the bench against Southampton after his first minutes since 2 December 2024 (SI).

Injuries rule out Noni Madueke, Nicolas Jackson, Romeo Lavia and Marc Guiu until after the international break (Squawka).

Reference from FotMob actual lineup

On the day, FotMob (live‑score platform) recorded Chelsea’s actual starting XI as: Sánchez; Fofana, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Sancho, Palmer, Nkunku; Neto. Chelsea won 1‑0 with a second‑half goal from Marc Cucurella.

What channel is Chelsea on TV tonight?

UK TV channels and streaming services

Viewers in the UK can check Live Football On TV (broadcast guide) for the latest broadcasts. Chelsea’s Premier League fixtures typically air on Sky Sports or BT Sport.

Sports Mole confirms that the March 2025 match was available on those channels.

International broadcast options

Overseas viewers should check their local Premier League licensees. Many territories stream via NBC Sports (US), Optus Sport (Australia) or DAZN (Canada).

The pattern: broadcast options are reliable but always double‑check.

Who is Chelsea’s new 10?

Cole Palmer squad number change

Cole Palmer will switch to the number 10 shirt ahead of the 2025/26 season, Sports Illustrated (established sports magazine) reports. The change marks a symbolic promotion after Palmer’s strong performances since joining from Manchester City.

Who did Chelsea beat 13/0?

Historical record and opponent

Chelsea’s biggest ever win is 13‑0. The opponent is not clearly documented in the available sources – Squawka mentions the record but does not specify the team. This remains one of the less‑publicised club records.

Two internal guides offer more lineup comparisons for other matches: Chelsea F.C. vs Brentford F.C. Lineups and Leeds United vs Aston Villa Lineups: Starting XI & Team News.

Predicted vs actual line‑up comparison

Five positions, one pattern: the predicted line‑up from Squawka matched the actual FotMob starting XI in only three of the eleven slots – highlighting how speculative pre‑match predictions can be.

The pattern: predictions often differ from reality, especially in goal and defence.

Head‑to‑head record: Chelsea vs Leicester City

Seven stat lines, one pattern: Chelsea hold a commanding advantage in total wins but Leicester have won recent cup meetings.

The implication: while Chelsea dominate historically, Leicester have a knack for causing upsets in knockout competitions.

How to watch Chelsea vs Leicester

Step-by-step

1. Check the official Premier League website for confirmed kick‑off time and date.
2. Visit Live Football On TV to find the UK broadcaster (Sky Sports or BT Sport).
3. Open the club’s dedicated match page on the Premier League site for the official line‑ups 45 minutes before kick‑off.
4. For mobile updates, enable notifications from FotMob or the official Chelsea app.

The pattern: following these steps ensures you won’t miss the match.

Timeline of recent Chelsea vs Leicester events

• 27 Aug 2022 – Chelsea 2‑1 Leicester in Premier League
• 9 Mar 2025 – Starting line‑ups confirmed for Chelsea vs Leicester (Squawka)
• Ahead of 2025/26 – Cole Palmer changes to number 10
• Recent – Jamie Vardy explains whistle incident on Instagram (FotMob)

The pattern: the history shows Chelsea’s dominance but Leicester’s knockout threat.

Jamie Vardy called his whistle-blowing a ‘light-hearted gesture’ in an Instagram post.

Sports Illustrated stated, ‘Cole Palmer will switch to the number 10 shirt ahead of the 2025/26 season.’

What we know – and what’s still speculation

Confirmed facts

• Chelsea beat Leicester 2‑1 on 27 Aug 2022 (Sports Mole)
• Cole Palmer will wear number 10 from 2025/26 (Sports Illustrated)
• Jamie Vardy explained his whistle‑blowing on Instagram (FotMob)
• Chelsea won 1‑0 on 9 Mar 2025 (Cucurella goal, FotMob)
• Wesley Fofana returned from injury in early 2025 (Squawka)

What’s still unclear / rumoured

• Exact starting XI for the next meeting – depends on injuries and form
• Opponent in Chelsea’s 13‑0 record win – not specified in sources
• Whether Vardy will start for Leicester

For Chelsea fans waiting for the official lineup, the best bet is to check the club’s Twitter account 45 minutes before kick‑off – and keep an eye on Jamie Vardy’s Instagram for any pre‑match antics. For Leicester supporters, the hope is that their team can deliver a repeat of the 2021 FA Cup upset.

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