Leeds United are placed at the 16th spot with just 19 points to their name from 21 games. Leeds are only one point above 18th placed Everton in the standings.
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Leeds United have a difficult task at hand to keep Manchester United at bay when these two sides clash in an intriguing Premier League contest on Sunday. Leeds do have the experience of holding out United, which they managed only a couple of days back at Old Trafford. However, they would be fully aware of the fact that Man United will be eager to bounce back from the setback. Hence the home side has to be at the top of their game to get anything out of this match on Sunday at Elland Road.
Manchester United were stunned by a spirited Leeds United side in midweek when they took a 2-0 lead at Old Trafford. However, Erik ten Hag’s players did not lose hope and made a sensational comeback to level the scores. In the end though the point does more favour to Leeds than the Red Devils. Man United had a chance to close the gap with second-placed Manchester City in the midweek but they blew that opportunity. Hence, they would be eager to get the maximum points from this contest.
That midweek point might not help a lot in Leeds United’s relegation battle, however, it can act as a big confidence booster for them. Leeds United are placed at the 16th spot with just 19 points to their name from 21 games. Leeds are only one point above 18th placed Everton in the standings. On the other hand, Manchester United have 43 points from 22 games to be sitting third in the table. The Red Devils have won only one of their last four Premier League games. They drew two and lost the other.
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These two clubs have played each other on multiple times over the years in various competitions. There was an intense rivalry between these two sides in the past. Their matches have always been one to watch out for. However, that is not the case in recent seasons. Either way, the true fans of both clubs will understand the importance of this fixture.
If the matches between them are narrowed down to the Premier League at Elland Road then there are a total of 14 games that have happened between them. Most of these matches were tightly-fought affairs with very little to separate them. Man United lead the way with six victories, while Leeds United have won four times. The remaining four games ended in draws. In this Premier League fixture last season, Man United won 4-2 at Elland Road.
| Key Details | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total matches | 14 |
| Leeds United won | 4 |
| Manchester United won | 6 |
| Draws | 4 |
| Total Leeds United goals | 14 |
| Total Manchester United goals | 20 |
| Biggest Leeds United win | 3-1 (1995) |
| Biggest Manchester United win | 4-0 (1996) |
| Last 5 matches (all competitions) | Results |
| Leeds United lose to Manchester United | 2-4 |
| Manchester United beat Leeds United | 5-1 |
| Leeds United draw Manchester United | 0-0 |
| Manchester United beat Leeds United | 6-2 |
| Manchester United beat Leeds United | 4-0 |
