Leeds United vs Newcastle Unitedprediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, September 14, 2026
In the 4th round of the English Premier League on September 14, 2026, Leeds United will face Newcastle United. The home side will be looking to secure victory.
Leeds United vs Newcastle United team news and expert analysis
The club from Elland Road returned from the Championship in 2025 after spending two years there. They finished fourteenth with 47 points, safely clear of the relegation zone. They began the current campaign with victories over Nottingham Forest in both the league and the League Cup. However, they drew 1-1 with Brentford and then repeated the same scoreline against Brighton. In the League Cup, they tried to put up a fight against Chelsea but eventually suffered a 3-6 defeat.
The club from St James' Park reached the Champions League play-offs in the spring, but at the same time slipped to twelfth place domestically. During the summer, they lost several stars, from Gordon to Woltemade, although they also made plenty of signings. In any case, they had to change managers as well. Jääskeläinen could have made his debut with a victory over Liverpool, but they settled for a 2-2 draw after conceding a late penalty. They then beat West Bromwich in the League Cup and Tottenham in the Premier League. They also scored twice against Bournemouth, but had to settle for a draw there. In the League Cup, they recorded a modest 1-0 victory over Millwall.
The former newcomers are averaging one goal scored and 0.67 conceded per match this season. Wissa and his teammates are scoring two goals per game while conceding 1.33.
Head to Head matches: Leeds United vs Newcastle United
In their last six meetings, the clubs have drawn four times, with Newcastle winning the other two, including the encounter in January.
The hosts are the more fancied side here. However, the visitors could extend their unbeaten run — they should avoid defeat again (odds – 1.60).
Leeds United vs Newcastle United: key statistics and trends
- Leeds United are winless in three consecutive matches
- 67% of Leeds' matches have featured goals from both teams, with an average total of 1.67 goals per game
- Newcastle United have won three of their last four matches
- 67% of Newcastle United's matches have featured goals from both teams, with an average total of 3.33 goals per game
Leeds United vs Newcastle United: Possible starting lineups
Leeds United play in a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (possible lineup): Trafford - Muharemovic, Bijol, Rodon - Justin, Stach, Ampadu, Bogle - Okafor, Aaronson - Calvert-Lewin
Newcastle United play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Gornicek - Hall, Botman, Thiaw, Dedic - Miley, Gonzalez - Barnes, Willock, Elanga - Wissa
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