Liverpool vs Leeds United takes place at Anfield in Round 19 of the 2025–26 Premier League, with kick-off scheduled for 23:00 pm on Thursday, 1 January 2026. Played on New Year’s Day in cold Merseyside conditions (around 5°C), this fixture promises intensity, pace, and goals, given both teams’ attacking form in recent weeks.
Liverpool arrive in excellent momentum, unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions, while Leeds United are also showing resilience with a strong run that includes wins over Chelsea and Crystal Palace. Their recent 3–3 draw earlier this month adds extra intrigue, suggesting another open and entertaining contest could be on the cards.
Match Overview – Liverpool vs Leeds United
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Liverpool vs Leeds United |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Matchweek | Round 19 |
| Date & Kick-Off | 1 January 2026 – 23:00 pm |
| Venue | Anfield |
| City | Liverpool, England |
| Capacity | 61,276 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 5°C – Cold |
Liverpool will look to dominate possession and press high, while Leeds are expected to play with energy in midfield and direct attacking transitions.
Recent Form Guide – Liverpool vs Leeds United
Liverpool – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 27/12 | Wolves | Win 2–1 |
| 20/12 | Tottenham | Win 2–1 |
| 13/12 | Brighton | Win 2–0 |
| 09/12 | Inter | Win 1–0 |
| 06/12 | Leeds United | Draw 3–3 |
Form Summary: 4 Wins – 1 Draw – 0 Losses
Liverpool are showing consistency at both ends of the pitch, with strong defensive structure and improving attacking chemistry.
Leeds United – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 28/12 | Sunderland | Draw 1–1 |
| 20/12 | Crystal Palace | Win 4–1 |
| 14/12 | Brentford | Draw 1–1 |
| 06/12 | Liverpool | Draw 3–3 |
| 03/12 | Chelsea | Win 3–1 |
Form Summary: 2 Wins – 3 Draws – 0 Losses
Leeds are difficult to beat and dangerous going forward, though defensive lapses remain a concern against elite sides.
Head-to-Head – Liverpool vs Leeds United
Overall Premier League Record (31 Meetings)
| Team | Wins | Draws | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 18 | 6 | 7 |
| Leeds United | 7 | 6 | 18 |
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Dec 2025 | Leeds | 3–3 | Liverpool |
| 17 Apr 2023 | Leeds | 1–6 | Liverpool |
| 29 Oct 2022 | Liverpool | 1–2 | Leeds |
| 23 Feb 2022 | Liverpool | 6–0 | Leeds |
| 12 Sep 2021 | Leeds | 0–3 | Liverpool |
Liverpool have won three of the last five, but Leeds’ recent draw shows they can trouble the Reds with aggressive pressing.
Top Scorers
- Liverpool: Hugo Ekitike – 8 goals, 2 assists (17 matches)
- Leeds United: Dominic Calvert-Lewin – 8 goals (16 matches)
Both strikers are key focal points and likely to play decisive roles at Anfield.
Predicted Lineups – Liverpool vs Leeds United
Liverpool (4-2-3-1)
Alisson Becker – Jeremie Frimpong, Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, Milos Kerkez – Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones – Federico Chiesa, Alexis Mac Allister, Florian Wirtz – Hugo Ekitike
Leeds United (3-5-2)
Lucas Perri – Sebastiaan Bornauw, Jaka Bijol, Pascal Struijk – Jayden Bogle, Brenden Aaronson, Ethan Ampadu, Anton Stach, Gabriel Gudmundsson – Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Noah Okafor
Final lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
| Team | Missing Players | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | Mohamed Salah | International duty |
| Giovanni Leoni, Joe Gomez, Stefan Bajcetic, Wataru Endo, Alexander Isak | Injury | |
| Leeds United | Joe Rodon, Sean Longstaff, Daniel James | Injury |
Liverpool’s depth remains strong despite absences, while Leeds may miss Rodon’s defensive stability.
Statistical Projection – Liverpool vs Leeds United
| Metric | Liverpool | Leeds United |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Shots on Target | 6–8 | 4–6 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.9–2.2 | 1.2–1.5 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 34% | 18% |
| Corners | 6–8 | 4–6 |
| Most Likely Scorer | Hugo Ekitike | Dominic Calvert-Lewin |
Prediction Summary – Liverpool vs Leeds United
Why Liverpool Could Win
- Strong home record at Anfield
- Creative midfield led by Mac Allister and Wirtz
- Clinical finishing from Ekitike
Why Leeds United Could Compete
- High-energy midfield pressing
- Physical presence of Calvert-Lewin
- Confidence from recent unbeaten run
Leeds are capable of scoring, but Liverpool’s control and depth should give them the edge at home.
Final Score Prediction: Liverpool 2–1 Leeds United
Likely Scorers: Hugo Ekitike, Federico Chiesa – Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Confidence Levels
- Liverpool Win – 55%
- Draw – 25%
- Leeds United Win – 20%
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Betting Insight by E2bet
Liverpool’s home strength and Leeds’ attacking intent suggest value in a narrow home win with goals on both sides.
Bet Tips:
- Liverpool to Win
- Both Teams to Score
- Anytime Scorer: Hugo Ekitike
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FAQs – Liverpool vs Leeds United
1.What time is Liverpool vs Leeds United?
Kick-off is at 23:00 pm on Thursday, 1 January 2026, at Anfield.
2.What is Liverpool’s current form?
Liverpool are unbeaten in their last five matches, winning four and drawing one.
3.What is the predicted score for Liverpool vs Leeds United?
The most likely result is a 2–1 win for Liverpool.