Chelsea U21 vs Leeds Live: PL2 Stream 2026

Key Points

• Chelsea Under-21s face Leeds United Under-21s in a Premier League 2 (PL2) fixture on Friday, 20 February 2026, at Cobham Training Centre, kicking off at 1pm UK time.
• The match will be streamed live for free worldwide on the official Chelsea website and Chelsea Official App, accessible via the Chelsea Under-21s vs Leeds United Match Centre after registering and logging in with a free Chelsea account.
• Highlights will be available on the official Chelsea website and app on the morning of Saturday, 21 February 2026.
• Chelsea Under-21s are second in the PL2 standings, on a three-match winning streak, including a 5-0 victory over Blackburn Rovers with goals from Chizaram Ezenwata (4′), Kiano Dyer (29′), Ollie Harrison (50′), Jimi Tauriainen (85′), and Sol Gordon (90+1′).
• Their previous PL2 fixture against Birmingham City was postponed, allowing Ipswich Town to take a one-point lead with an extra game played; a victory could return Chelsea to first place.
• Leeds United Under-21s sit 22nd in the PL2 table with 14 points from 13 matches, coming off losses to Manchester City Under-21s and Liverpool Under-21s (where Marley Wilson scored but a late penalty decided it), and a 2-0 win over Reading (goals by Harry Gray and Rhys Chadwick).
• Last meeting between the sides ended 1-1, with Max McFadden scoring a volley for Leeds.
• No supporters allowed to attend the fixture at Cobham Training Centre, as announced by Chelsea FC.
• Chelsea’s recent 5-0 win over Blackburn featured strong performances from Calvin Diakite, Jesse Derry, Genesis Antwi, and others; team lined up in 4-3-3 with Max Merrick in goal.
• BBC Sport provides live text commentary, score updates, and match stats for the game.​

Cobham (The Leeds Times) February 19, 2026 – Chelsea Under-21s host Leeds United Under-21s in a crucial Premier League 2 encounter at the Cobham Training Centre on Friday, aiming to reclaim the top spot after a postponed fixture allowed Ipswich Town to edge ahead. The Blues, riding a three-match winning streak capped by a dominant 5-0 triumph over Blackburn Rovers, will look to extend their form in this live-streamed clash available free worldwide via the official Chelsea website and app.

When Does Chelsea Under-21s vs Leeds Kick Off?

The match is scheduled to kick off at 1pm UK time on Friday, 20 February 2026, at Chelsea’s Cobham Training Centre just outside London. This timing aligns with the resumption of PL2 action for both sides following recent pauses—Chelsea due to cup commitments and Leeds after a two-week gap post their loss to Manchester City Under-21s.

As detailed in the official Chelsea FC announcement, supporters should access the live stream shortly before kick-off through the dedicated Match Centre on the Chelsea website or Official App. No tickets are available for this fixture, as Chelsea FC has confirmed that no supporters will be permitted to attend due to the venue’s location.

How Can Fans Watch Chelsea Under-21s vs Leeds Live?

You can watch the match live on the official Chelsea website and the Chelsea Official App, with the stream available free of charge for supporters anywhere in the world. To access it, navigate to the Chelsea Under-21s vs Leeds United Match Centre or the homepage shortly before kick-off, ensuring you are registered and logged in with a free Chelsea account.

This free streaming option has been a staple for Chelsea’s academy matches, as previously offered for their 5-0 win over Blackburn Rovers. BBC Sport will also provide live text commentary, score updates, and head-to-head stats via their platform. Reddit communities like r/chelseafc have highlighted similar free official streams for past U21 games, fostering fan engagement online.

Highlights of the match will follow on the morning of Saturday, 21 February, again on the Chelsea website and app, allowing global fans to relive key moments.​

What Is Chelsea’s Recent Form Heading Into This Fixture?

Chelsea Under-21s enter the game in excellent form, unbeaten in their last three PL2 outings. Their most recent league fixture resulted in a comprehensive 5-0 victory away at Blackburn Rovers—played at Kingsmeadow—where Chizaram Ezenwata opened the scoring in the 4th minute by reacting quickest to a cut-back from Calvin Diakite.

As reported by Chelsea FC’s match reporter, Kiano Dyer doubled the lead in the 29th minute, smashing home after a header from Genesis Antwi off a Harrison McMahon cross. Ollie Harrison made it 3-0 early in the second half, reacting to a rebound from Ezenwata’s blocked shot, while Jimi Tauriainen marked his injury return with a powerful header from Kian Best’s cross in the 85th minute. Sol Gordon completed the rout in stoppage time, forcing home from a Jesse Derry corner.​

This win secured Chelsea’s position near the top, following victories over Southampton and Leicester City, though a prior fixture at Birmingham City was postponed. The team lined up in a 4-3-3: Max Merrick; Genesis Antwi, Harrison Murray-Campbell (c) (Kaiden Wilson 62), Justin Osagie, Calvin Diakite (Kian Best 77); Harrison McMahon (Jimi Tauriainen 62), Ollie Harrison, Kiano Dyer; Leo Cardoso, Chizaram Ezenwata (Sol Gordon 62), Jesse Derry. Hudson Sands was the unused substitute.

Why Is This Match Pivotal for the PL2 Standings?

A victory for Chelsea could propel them back to first place in the Premier League 2 table, displacing Ipswich Town who hold a one-point lead thanks to an extra game played amid Chelsea’s postponement. Currently second, the Blues have demonstrated goal-scoring prowess, netting 12 goals in recent matches per earlier standings snapshots.

Leeds United Under-21s, in contrast, languish in 22nd with 14 points from 13 games, as previewed by Yahoo Sports Canada correspondent. Their form includes a 2-0 win at Reading—Harry Gray and Rhys Chadwick scoring—but recent away defeats: to Manchester City and to Liverpool, where Marley Wilson gave them the lead before a controversial stoppage-time penalty.​

What Do We Know About Leeds United Under-21s’ Form?

Leeds return to PL2 action after losses in their last two away matches, per the Yahoo Sports preview. Against Liverpool Under-21s, they led for much of the game via Marley Wilson’s goal but conceded a contentious late penalty. Prior to that, a defeat to Manchester City Under-21s halted momentum from their 2-0 triumph over Reading on a cold January day in Berkshire, with goals from Harry Gray and Rhys Chadwick.​

The Whites drew 1-1 with Chelsea U21s just over a year ago, courtesy of Max McFadden’s standout volley under coach Scott Gardner. Sitting 22nd, Leeds face a tall order against Chelsea’s attacking firepower.​

Where Was Chelsea’s Last Big Win Achieved?

The 5-0 rout of Blackburn Rovers unfolded at Kingsmeadow, Chelsea’s home venue for the match. Early dominance saw Ezenwata tap in after Diakite’s work, followed by Dyer’s finish. Post-interval, Harrison’s thunderbolt and Tauriainen’s header—his first since injury—highlighted midfield strength, with Gordon’s scrappy goal sealing it amid pressure from Derry and others.​

Blackburn’s Blake Wolsoncroft made several fine saves, but Chelsea’s bookings to Murray-Campbell and Osagie did little to stem the tide. Blackburn fielded: Wolsoncroft, Namisi, Pates, Atcheson (c) (Decandia h-t), Davies, Dunn, Dlamini, Vare, Tyjon (Boggan 75), Garrett (Joseph h-t), Kamara (Stritch h-t); Holt unused.​

How Have Past Chelsea U21 vs Leeds Clashes Played Out?

The most recent head-to-head, over a year ago, ended 1-1 in London, with Leeds’ Max McFadden volleying home a memorable equaliser for Scott Gardner’s side. BBC Sport’s live coverage pages note ongoing stats and head-to-head data for such fixtures.

What Are the Broader PL2 Standings Implications?

Earlier PL2 tables showed tight competition at the top: Ipswich on 10 points from 4 games, Chelsea on 9 from 4, with Leeds lower. Chelsea’s streak positions them strongly, while Leeds’ mid-table struggles underscore the gap. A win keeps promotion hopes alive for the Blues in this development league.

This fixture underscores the Premier League 2’s role in nurturing talent, with Chelsea’s stream ensuring global access. Fans tuned in for the Blackburn thrashing via YouTube highlights can expect similar coverage post-match. As always, neutral observers await whether Leeds can disrupt Chelsea’s momentum or if the hosts reclaim pole position.