
Fernandez heads Chelsea to win over Leeds and into FA Cup final
Chelsea secures FA Cup final spot with a 1-0 win over Leeds!
Chelsea has announced their lineup to face Leeds United in the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley. Joao Pedro returns to the squad after recovering from a thigh injury.
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Palmer on bench: Chelsea name team to face Leeds at Wembley
Chelsea have named their team to face Leeds United in the FA Cup semi-finals at Wembley.
The old rivals lock horns under the arch this afternoon with a place in the FA Cup final the prize on offer.
Interim manager Calum McFarlane leads Chelsea out, and has been boosted by the return of Joao Pedro. The Brazilian missed the recent defeats to Manchester United and former club Brighton with a thigh issue, but has been passed fit to feature against Leeds.
There’s no place in the side for Cole Palmer, who is named on the bench. Palmer is another who has been nursing an issue and is among the substitutes.
Enzo Fernandez again captains the side in the absence of Reece James.
Chelsea XI vs Leeds: Sanchez; Gusto, Chalobah, , ; , , Fernandez; , , Pedro.
Chelsea's lineup includes Joao Pedro, who has returned from injury, as they face Leeds United.
Joao Pedro is significant as he returns from a thigh injury, providing a boost to Chelsea's squad for the crucial semi-final.
Calum McFarlane is the interim manager leading Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finals against Leeds United.

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Substitutes: Sharman-Lowe, Acheampong, Fofana, Hato, Andrey Santos, Essugo, Derry, Palmer, Delap.