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Leeds United vs Newcastle United Predictions, Picks & Odds – 14/09/2026
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Leeds United sit ninth in the table with five points from their opening three fixtures, a run that includes two wins, two draws, and a defeat. Daniel Farke's side shared a 1-1 draw with Brighton last time out, a result that underlined their defensive solidity; the hosts have conceded fewer than a goal per game on average this term. Dominic Calvert-Lewin leads the line at Elland Road, where the atmosphere will be typically ferocious.
Newcastle United occupy sixth place, also on five points, after a sequence featuring two wins, two draws, and a single loss. Their 2-2 draw with Bournemouth at St James' Park highlighted both their attacking potency and occasional vulnerability at the back. Matthias Jaissle can call upon the pace of Yoane Wissa, Harvey Barnes, and Anthony Elanga across the front line, while new signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo is expected to be introduced gradually from the bench.
Leeds have been difficult to break down at home, conceding at a rate of just 0.7 goals per game, which makes Elland Road a genuine fortress. Newcastle, however, boast a far superior attacking output, averaging 2.0 goals per game compared to Leeds' 1.0. That disparity in firepower is central to our X2 selection, backing the draw or a Newcastle victory at 3.04.
Newcastle's head-to-head record strengthens the case further. The Magpies have won four of the last eleven meetings between these sides, and their recent form of two wins and two draws from five outings reflects a squad capable of grinding results even away from St James' Park. Matthias Jaissle's wide attackers, particularly Harvey Barnes and Anthony Elanga, should stretch a Leeds defence that prefers to stay compact.
Elland Road's hostile atmosphere could keep Leeds competitive, and Daniel Farke's high-tempo approach will test Newcastle's concentration. A draw remains a realistic outcome given both teams are level on five points and still searching for consistency. The double chance covering a draw or Newcastle win offers solid value, while both teams to score at 1.61 merits consideration given the 2-2 thriller Newcastle played out against Bournemouth last time.
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Trends to Know about Leeds United vs Newcastle United
- Newcastle average two goals per game
- Leeds concede just 0.7 goals per match
- Newcastle won four of last eleven meetings
Form & Statistics: Leeds United vs Newcastle United
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Lineups: Leeds United vs Newcastle United
Leeds United
Starters
- 1 J. Trafford
- 2 Jayden Bogle
- 3 James Justin
- 4 Jaka Bijol
- 5 Gabriel Gudmundsson
- 6 Ethan Ampadu
- 7 Anton Stach
- 8 Brenden Aaronson
- 9 Noah Okafor
- 10 Dominic Calvert-Lewin
- 11 Daniel James
Bench
- Karl Darlow
- Sam Byram
- Seb Bornauw
- Ao Tanaka
- Ilia Gruev
- Wilfried Gnonto
- Joel Piroe
- Lukas Nmecha
Absent
- Joe Rodon (injury)
- Mateo Joseph (injury)
- Lucas Perri (Injury (specific type not detailed).)
Newcastle United
Starters
- 1 Nick Pope
- 2 Kieran Trippier
- 3 Fabian Schär
- 4 Lewis Hall
- 5 Bruno Guimarães
- 6 Sandro Tonali
- 7 Jacob Ramsey
- 8 Harvey Barnes
- 9 Yoane Wissa
- 10 Anthony Elanga
Bench
- Martin Dubravka
- Jamaal Lascelles
- Matt Targett
- Sean Longstaff
- Joe Willock
- Miguel Almiron
- Callum Wilson
- Alexander Isak
Absent
- Sven Botman (injury)
- Tino Livramento (injury)
- Will Osula (Knock/Foot injury, set to miss next few weeks (possible return mid-September/October 12).)
- Lewis Miley (Injury (specific type not detailed).)
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Both lineups carry a speculated tag here, drawn from single-source projections, so treat the shapes as informed estimates rather than confirmed selections. That said, a 4-2-3-1 versus 4-3-3 contest is the expected picture, with Leeds looking to funnel play through Ethan Ampadu and Anton Stach in a double pivot.
Newcastle's midfield triangle, anchored by Bruno Guimarães, gives Eddie Howe's side the engine to press high and transition quickly, which could expose the space behind Leeds' wide trio. The attacking personnel on both benches adds genuine depth to what looks a competitive, open Premier League fixture at Elland Road.
Leeds United vs Newcastle United: Head-to-Head
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What time is Leeds United vs Newcastle United?
Leeds United host Newcastle United at Elland Road on 14th September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 20:00 BST.
Where is Leeds United vs Newcastle United being played?
This Premier League clash takes place at Elland Road, the home ground of Leeds United.
How Can I Watch Leeds United vs Newcastle United on TV and Live Stream?
This match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK and available via streaming platforms.
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