Joe Rodon misses Leeds United Carabao Cup tie against Chelsea
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke will be without three players for the upcoming Carabao Cup match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, September 9. Defender Joe Rodon, midfielder Ilia Gruev, and Mateo Joseph are ruled out of the fixture due to injuries. Farke is expected to rotate his squad following a 1-1 draw against Brighton on September 5. While the team remains unbeaten after four matches, Rodon’s absence forces a defensive shuffle for the cup meeting. Dan James is expected to be available for selection after missing the recent league fixture. New signings James Trafford and Tarik Muharemovic may retain their places, while Melvin Bard and Jean-Matteo Bahoya are in contention for their debuts.
- •Leeds United visit Chelsea for a Carabao Cup match on September 9.
- •Joe Rodon, Ilia Gruev, and Mateo Joseph will miss the match due to injuries.
- •Daniel Farke plans to rotate the squad while maintaining senior leadership on the pitch.
- •Dan James is available for selection following a recent back concern.
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