The Premier League Round 28 clash between Leeds vs Man City will take place at Elland Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. Kick-off is scheduled for 28 March 2026 at 23:00 PM IST.
With temperatures expected around 7°C and a passionate 37,645-capacity home crowd backing Leeds, this encounter could be pivotal in both the relegation battle and the title race. Leeds currently sit 15th, fighting for survival, while Manchester City remain strong title contenders in 2nd place.
Match Overview – Leeds vs Man City
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Leeds United vs Manchester City |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Round | 28 |
| Date & Time | 28 March 2026 – 23:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Elland Road |
| Location | Leeds, West Yorkshire, England |
| Capacity | 37,645 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 7°C – Cool Conditions |
Leeds aim to gain crucial points to move clear of the relegation zone, while City look to maintain pressure at the top of the table.
Season So Far Comparison – Leeds vs Man City (2025/26)
| Statistic | Leeds United | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 15th | 2nd |
| Wins | 7 | 17 |
| Draws | 10 | 5 |
| Losses | 10 | 5 |
| Goals Scored | 37 | 56 |
| Avg. Goals / Match | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Avg. Conceded / Match | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 38.79 | 49.11 |
| xG per 90 | 1.44 | 1.82 |
| Clean Sheets | 4 | 11 |
Manchester City clearly dominate in attacking efficiency and defensive solidity. Leeds concede twice per match on average — a worrying statistic against a side led by Erling Haaland, who has already scored 22 league goals this season.
Recent Form Guide – Leeds vs Man City
Leeds United (Last 5 Matches)
| Matchweek | Result |
|---|---|
| MW23 | 1–1 vs Everton (A) |
| MW24 | 0–4 vs Arsenal (H) |
| MW25 | 3–1 vs Nott’m Forest (H) |
| MW26 | 2–2 vs Chelsea (A) |
| MW27 | 1–1 vs Aston Villa (A) |
Leeds have drawn three of their last five matches and show resilience, but defensive frailties remain a concern.
Manchester City (Last 5 Matches)
| Matchweek | Result |
|---|---|
| MW23 | 2–0 vs Wolves (H) |
| MW24 | 2–2 vs Tottenham (A) |
| MW25 | 1–2 vs Liverpool (A) |
| MW26 | 3–0 vs Fulham (H) |
| MW27 | 2–1 vs Newcastle (H) |
City have won three of their last five matches and remain consistent despite injuries to Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic, and Jérémy Doku.
Head-to-Head – Leeds vs Man City
| Stat | Leeds | Man City |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 7 | 9 |
| Home Wins | 5 | 5 |
| Away Wins | 2 | 4 |
| Draws | 5 | 5 |
| Total Played | 21 | 21 |
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | Man City 3–2 Leeds |
| May 2023 | Man City 2–1 Leeds |
| Dec 2022 | Leeds 1–3 Man City |
| Apr 2022 | Leeds 0–4 Man City |
| Dec 2021 | Man City 7–0 Leeds |
Manchester City have won all of the last five meetings, scoring 19 goals in that span — a dominant trend.
Top Scorers
| Player | Team | Goals | Assists | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominic Calvert-Lewin | Leeds | 10 | 1 | 24 |
| Erling Haaland | Man City | 22 | 7 | 27 |
Leeds will depend heavily on Calvert-Lewin’s physical presence, but Haaland remains the most decisive attacking weapon on the pitch.
Predicted Lineups – Leeds vs Man City
Leeds United (5-4-1)
Karl Darlow
Jaka Bijol – Joe Rodon – Pascal Struijk – Jayden Bogle – Gabriel Gudmundsson
Anton Stach – Ethan Ampadu – Ilia Gruev – Brenden Aaronson
Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Unavailable: Noah Okafor
Manchester City (4-1-3-2)
Gianluigi Donnarumma
Matheus Nunes – Ruben Dias – Marc Guehi – Rayan Ait Nouri
Rodri
Antoine Semenyo – Bernardo Silva – Nico O’Reilly
Erling Haaland – Omar Marmoush
Unavailable: Josko Gvardiol, Max Alleyne, Mateo Kovacic, Jérémy Doku
Statistical Projection – Leeds vs Man City
| Metric | Leeds | Man City |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 20% | 58% |
| Draw Probability | 22% | — |
| Expected Possession | 38% | 62% |
| Shots on Target | 3–5 | 6–9 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.9–1.2 | 1.8–2.4 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 18% | 42% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Calvert-Lewin | Haaland |
City’s possession dominance and superior xG suggest they will control the match tempo. Leeds may rely on counter-attacks and set pieces.
✅ Final Score Prediction
Leeds United 1–3 Manchester City
Likely Scorers:
- Erling Haaland (2)
- Bernardo Silva
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Manchester City’s attacking depth and superior defensive organization should prove decisive. Leeds may find a goal at home, but containing City for 90 minutes appears unlikely.
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Manchester City to Win
- Over 2.5 Goals
- Erling Haaland Anytime Scorer
- Man City Over 1.5 Team Goals
⚠️ All predictions are for informational purposes only. Football remains unpredictable — analyze responsibly.
FAQs – Leeds vs Man City
1.What time does Leeds vs Man City kick off?
The match starts at 23:00 PM IST on 28 March 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At Elland Road in Leeds, England.
3.Who is the key player to watch?
Erling Haaland for Manchester City and Dominic Calvert-Lewin for Leeds.
4.What is the predicted score?
Leeds United 1–3 Manchester City.