This match remains the pinnacle of the rivalry. The initial game and its replay are legendary for their extreme physical violence, with the replay at Old Trafford drawing a massive TV audience of 28 million people.
The teams played to a 2–2 draw at Stamford Bridge . Chelsea - Leeds United
Despite Chelsea's semi-final victory, Leeds United held a superior record in their Premier League encounters earlier in the 2025–26 season. This match remains the pinnacle of the rivalry