Chelsea humbled by Leeds as Brenden Aaronson, Rodrigo and Jack Harrison get goals in thrilling display

Leeds enjoyed their best result in the top-flight for some time on Sunday afternoon, thrashing Chelsea 3-0 in front of a raucous Elland Road crowd. Chelsea had the better of the early play, with Raheem Sterling having a goal ruled out for a narrow offside and putting another effort just wide, but Leeds grew into the game as the half wore on.

Ad And they were gifted an opener just after the half-hour mark when Edouard Mendy tried a turn in his six-yard box, only to be robbed by Brenden Aaronson, who rounded him before tapping home. TransfersManchester United and Chelsea face Toney battle — Paper Round11 HOURS AGO A second came soon afterwards when Jack Harrison put in a perfect free kick from the left flank which Rodrigo flicked a header at and the ball flew inside the far corner of the net.

From there on, Leeds put on a show for their fans and a third came midway through the second half when Rodrigo got a touch on Dan James' cross and Harrison was on hand to turn home from close range. To add to Chelsea's woes Kalidou Koulibaly was sent off for a second needless booking with five minutes remaining.

Premier League table Premier League fixtures / results Premier League top scorers TALKING POINT Hard to see Gallagher finding regular spot in Chelsea side — His performances for Crystal Palace last season were so good there was a universal willingness for him to have an opportunity to establish himself at Chelsea. In this his first start for the club he has been at since he was eight years' old, it was the toughest of baptisms.

As Chelsea are currently structured under Thomas Tuchel he just does not seem a great fit except as a back-up role as right wing-back perhaps — one which would not make the most of his talents. Not