Leeds United FC vs Newcastle United FC: the preview
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Premier League 2026/27 · Matchday 4
Information updated on Saturday, September 12
Newcastle United FC arrive at Elland Road maintaining a six-match unbeaten streak across all competitions, a run they aim to extend to solidify their early standing in the top half of the table. Leeds United FC seek to regain momentum after a challenging week, looking to improve their efficiency in front of goal to climb above their visitors in the standings.
Current form
How each side arrives and where they stand.
What the bookmakers say
Implied probability, normalised so the three add up to 100.
Bookmakers lean slightly toward Leeds United FC with a 38.7% implied probability of victory. Newcastle United FC trail at 33.2% while the draw is assigned a 28.1% likelihood.
Recent form
Newcastle United FC
Leeds United FC
10° with 5 points 1W · 2D · 0L · 6:4
11° with 5 points 1W · 2D · 0L · 3:2
Averages 1.83 goals for and 1.17 goals against per match
Averages 2 goals for and 1.33 goals against per match
| D | AFC Bournemouth | 2-2 |
| W | @ Tottenham Hotspur FC | 2-0 |
| D | Liverpool FC | 2-2 |
| W | @ MillwallEFL Cup | 1-0 |
| W | West Bromwich AlbionEFL Cup | 3-2 |
| D | @ Brighton & Hove Albion FC | 1-1 |
| D | Brentford FC | 1-1 |
| W | @ Nottingham Forest FC | 1-0 |
| L | @ ChelseaEFL Cup | 3-6 |
| W | @ Nottingham ForestEFL Cup | 2-0 |
Where they stand Group A
| Team | MP | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal FC | 4 | +7 | 12 |
| 2 | Manchester City FC | 4 | +6 | 12 |
| 3 | Hull City AFC | 4 | +3 | 8 |
| 4 | Brighton & Hove Albion FC | 4 | +8 | 7 |
| 5 | Chelsea FC | 4 | +1 | 7 |
| 6 | Brentford FC | 4 | +3 | 6 |
| 7 | Liverpool FC | 4 | +2 | 6 |
| 8 | Everton FC | 4 | +2 | 6 |
| 9 | Ipswich Town FC | 4 | -3 | 6 |
| 10 | Newcastle United FC | 3 | +2 | 5 |
| 11 | Leeds United FC | 3 | +1 | 5 |
| 12 | Nottingham Forest FC | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| 13 | Manchester United FC | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 14 | Sunderland AFC | 4 | -2 | 4 |
| 15 | AFC Bournemouth | 4 | -1 | 3 |
| 16 | Crystal Palace FC | 4 | -5 | 3 |
| 17 | Tottenham Hotspur FC | 4 | -5 | 2 |
| 18 | Fulham FC | 4 | -3 | 1 |
| 19 | Aston Villa FC | 4 | -6 | 1 |
| 20 | Coventry City FC | 4 | -10 | 0 |
How they play
Average of the most recent matches with stats available (3 and 3 respectively).
The difference-makers
Who scores, when they score and who starts.
Who scores the goals
Newcastle United FC
| Anthony Elanga | 2 | goals | 0 | ast. |
| Joe Willock | 1 | goal | ||
| Yoane Wissa | 1 | goal | ||
| Harvey Barnes | 1 | goal | ||
| Jacob Ramsey | 1 | goal |
Leeds United FC
| A. Stach | 1 | goal | ||
| Dominic Calvert-Lewin | 1 | goal | ||
| Jayden Bogle | 1 | goal |
Newcastle United FC. Dominic Calvert-Lewin remains the focal point for Leeds United FC. Despite the team averaging only 3.3 shots on target per match, the striker has converted his limited opportunities into a goal, providing essential presence in the final third.
Leeds United FC. Anthony Elanga leads the visitors' attack with two goals, supported by a varied scoring distribution that has seen four other players find the net. This depth in front of goal contrasts with the hosts' reliance on a few key individuals.
When they score
Newcastle United FC 6 goals
Newcastle United FC demonstrate a clear tendency to close matches strongly, with half of their league goals arriving after the hour mark. In contrast, Leeds United FC have struggled to find consistency across either half, often stalling in the final stages.
Head to head
What happened every time they met.
Newcastle United FC hold a historical advantage in this fixture, remaining unbeaten against their hosts in the last six encounters. While Leeds United FC have struggled to secure a win in this period, the four draws illustrate a recurring pattern of parity between these two sides.
Head-to-head record
Who scored in these meetings
B. Aaronson, H. Barnes and C. Wilson have been the most clinical in recent meetings. Discipline remains a notable theme, as these encounters have frequently turned physical, resulting in 21 yellow cards and one red across the last four matches.
| Matchday | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/26 | Newcastle United FC 4-3 Leeds United FC | Premier League |
| 30/8/25 | Leeds United FC 0-0 Newcastle United FC | Premier League |
| 13/5/23 | Leeds United FC 2-2 Newcastle United FC | Premier League |
| 31/12/22 | Newcastle United FC 0-0 Leeds United FC | Premier League |
| 22/1/22 | Leeds United FC 0-1 Newcastle United FC | Premier League |
| 17/9/21 | Newcastle United FC 1-1 Leeds United FC | Premier League |
They also meet
- Saturday, March 20 · Newcastle United FC vs Leeds United FC · Premier League 2026/27