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Leeds United vs Crystal Palace Predictions, Picks & Odds – 20/09/2026
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Leeds United head into this fixture in decent nick, having won their last two matches to climb to tenth in the table. That pair of victories followed a sluggish spell of two draws and a defeat, but the momentum now sits firmly with Jesse Marsch's side. Elland Road has been a fortress this term, and a points-per-game average of 1.67 underlines the consistency Leeds have shown. Their defensive record of just 0.7 goals conceded per match is particularly impressive.
Crystal Palace arrive in West Yorkshire sitting sixteenth after a turbulent run that has yielded just one point per game. Back-to-back defeats, including a chastening loss to Ipswich Town, have exposed serious vulnerabilities. Pierre Sage is without captain Dean Henderson until mid-October due to an ankle problem, while Axel Disasi serves a three-match ban following his red card against Ipswich. Having shipped eleven goals in four league outings, Palace's defensive crisis is alarming.
Leeds United's home win at 1.75 stands out as the strongest selection here. The hosts have won their last two matches and sit comfortably in tenth, averaging 1.67 points per game. Crystal Palace, languishing in sixteenth with just 1.00 point per game, have lost two of their last three fixtures. That disparity in consistency gives Leeds a clear edge at Elland Road, where they tend to be far more resolute.
Defensively, the contrast between these two sides is stark. Leeds have conceded just 0.7 goals per match, a record that ranks among the best in the division. Palace, by comparison, have shipped 2.7 goals per game, having leaked eleven in four league outings. With Dean Henderson sidelined until mid-October and Axel Disasi serving a three-match ban following his red card against Ipswich, the visitors' backline looks desperately short of quality.
The under 2.5 goals market at 2.27 also merits serious consideration. Leeds' defensive solidity suggests they will keep things tight, and Palace have struggled badly to create chances when their squad is depleted. Pierre Sage's side may set up cautiously to stem the bleeding, which could produce a low-scoring affair. A 1-0 or 2-0 home victory feels the likeliest outcome from this fixture.
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Trends to Know about Leeds United vs Crystal Palace
- Leeds average 1.67 points per game at home
- Palace concede 2.7 goals per match
- Disasi suspension weakens Palace defence further
Form & Statistics: Leeds United vs Crystal Palace
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Lineups: Leeds United vs Crystal Palace
Leeds United
Starters
- 1 Karl Darlow
- 2 Tarik Muharemovic
- 3 Jaka Bijol
- 4 Pascal Struijk
- 5 Jayden Bogle
- 6 Ethan Ampadu
- 7 Anton Stach
- 8 Gabriel Gudmundsson
- 9 Brenden Aaronson
- 10 Lukas Nmecha
- 11 Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Bench
- Lucas Perri
- Dan James
- Sean Longstaff
- Ao Tanaka
- Willy Gnonto
- Sebastiaan Bornauw
- Joel Piroe
- Noah Okafor
- Ilia Gruev
Absent
- Joe Rodon (injury)
- Mateo Joseph (injury)
Crystal Palace
Starters
- 1 Walter Benítez
- 2 Chris Richards
- 3 Takehiro Tomiyasu
- 4 Jaydee Canvot
- 5 Anan Khalaili
- 6 Adam Wharton
- 7 Quinten Timber
- 8 Tyrick Mitchell
- 9 Daichi Kamada
- 10 Yeremy Pino
- 11 Jørgen Strand Larsen
Bench
- Sam Johnstone
- Will Hughes
- Cheikhou Doucouré
- Óscar Mingueza
- Zavier Gozo
- Eberechi Eze
- Marc Guéhi
- Joel Ward
- Matheus França
Absent
- Jean-Philippe Mateta (injury)
- Chadi Riad (injury)
- Ismaïla Sarr (injury)
- Rob Holding (suspended)
- Dean Henderson (Ankle injury, ruled out until mid-October.)
- Axel Disasi (Suspension (straight red card for serious foul play vs Ipswich), 3-match domestic ban.)
- Honest Ahanor (Muscle injury.)
- Ben Chilwell (Hamstring/Knee injury.)
Low confidence
Both sides line up in a 3-4-2-1 mirror, so the contest shapes up as a battle of wing-back width and central midfield control. Worth flagging: neither XI is confirmed, with both sourced from speculative outlets, so treat the shape and personnel as probable rather than settled.
For Leeds, Dominic Calvert-Lewin leads the line with Aaronson and Nmecha tucking in behind, while Palace counter with Kamada and Pino in those same creative pockets supporting Strand Larsen. Whichever midfield trio imposes itself on the other will likely dictate the tempo at Elland Road.
Leeds United vs Crystal Palace: Head-to-Head
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What time is Leeds United vs Crystal Palace?
Leeds United host Crystal Palace at Elland Road on 20 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 14:00 BST.
Where is Leeds United vs Crystal Palace being played?
This fixture takes place at Elland Road, the home ground of Leeds United in West Yorkshire.
How Can I Watch Leeds United vs Crystal Palace on TV and Live Stream?
This match will be broadcast on Sky Sports, with live streaming available via the Sky Go app.
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