📌 Quick answer: Leeds United host Manchester United at Elland Road on Sunday 18 October 2026, kick-off 2pm Nigerian time (2pm in the UK). Leeds are 7th on 9 points and unbeaten at home; Michael Carrick’s United are 13th on 6 points and have not won in four league games. United play Atlético Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday. Leeds are unbeaten in the last two meetings, including a 2-1 win at Old Trafford in April. Leeds are without Joe Rodon and Mateo Joseph. Our prediction: Leeds 1-1 Manchester United. In Nigeria the match is on SuperSport (DStv and GOtv).
Match Details
| Competition | Premier League 2026/27, matchweek 7 |
| Date | Sunday 18 October 2026 |
| Kick-off in Nigeria | 2:00pm WAT (2pm UK time; the UK clocks go back a week later, on 25 October) |
| Venue | Elland Road, Leeds |
| Managers | Daniel Farke (Leeds), Michael Carrick (Manchester United) |
| Where to watch in Nigeria | SuperSport on DStv (Compact and above) and GOtv (Supa+ for full coverage). See our Premier League viewing guide. |
Where the Teams Stand
| Team | Position | P | W | D | L | Goals | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds United | 7th | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8-5 | 9 |
| Manchester United | 13th | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9-9 | 6 |
Table as of 13 October 2026, after matchweek 6.
Daniel Farke’s Leeds have made a solid start: one defeat in six, at Arsenal last weekend, and one of the meanest defences in the division with five goals conceded. Manchester United, under Michael Carrick, are three points behind and have drawn three of their last four league games.
Recent Form
| Leeds (last 5 league games) | Manchester United (last 5 league games) |
|---|---|
| L: Arsenal 2-1 Leeds (10 Oct) | D: Man United 1-1 Tottenham (10 Oct) |
| D: Leeds 0-0 Crystal Palace (20 Sep) | D: Fulham 1-1 Man United (20 Sep) |
| W: Leeds 4-1 Newcastle (14 Sep) | L: Man United 0-1 Man City (13 Sep) |
| D: Brighton 1-1 Leeds (5 Sep) | D: Everton 2-2 Man United (6 Sep) |
| D: Leeds 1-1 Brentford (30 Aug) | W: Man United 5-2 Ipswich Town (30 Aug) |
Leeds have not lost at Elland Road this season, and their 4-1 win over Newcastle in September showed what they can do going forward. United’s only league win so far was the 5-2 win over Ipswich at the end of August; since then they have drawn three and lost one.
United’s week is busier. They travel to Madrid to play Atlético in the Champions League on Tuesday night, five days before this game. Leeds are not in Europe and will have had eight days to prepare since losing at Arsenal.
Head-to-Head
In 115 meetings in all competitions, Manchester United have won 50, Leeds 27, and 38 have been drawn. The rivalry is one of the fiercest in English football, and the recent record has swung Leeds’s way.
| Date | Match | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 13 April 2026 | Manchester United v Leeds | 1-2 |
| 4 January 2026 | Leeds v Manchester United | 1-1 |
| 12 February 2023 | Leeds v Manchester United | 0-2 |
| 8 February 2023 | Manchester United v Leeds | 2-2 |
| 20 February 2022 | Leeds v Manchester United | 2-4 |
| 14 August 2021 | Manchester United v Leeds | 5-1 |
Key stats:
- Leeds are unbeaten in the last two meetings, and won 2-1 at Old Trafford in April 2026.
- The last meeting at Elland Road, in January 2026, ended 1-1.
- United won the two meetings at Elland Road before that, 4-2 in 2022 and 2-0 in 2023.
Team News
Leeds United
- Joe Rodon (thigh): out.
- Mateo Joseph (knee): out.
- Daniel James (lower back): touch and go.
Manchester United
- No new fitness concerns were reported before the Atlético game. Check for any knocks from Tuesday night.
Team news as of 13 October 2026. Both managers speak to the media before the game, and line-ups are confirmed about an hour before kick-off.
Players to Watch
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Leeds): three league goals from 11 shots, seven of them on target. He leads the line and has scored three of Leeds’s eight league goals.
- Anton Stach (Leeds): one goal and seven chances created from midfield.
- Bruno Fernandes (Man United): three goals and 15 chances created; still United’s creative engine.
- Bryan Mbeumo (Man United): three goals from 21 shots, eight on target.
What the Numbers Say
Data provider Sportradar’s pre-match model makes this almost even: Leeds 39%, United 35% and a draw 26%.
Our Prediction: Leeds 1-1 Manchester United
Leeds are tough to beat at home and will be fresher, while United have been hard to beat but rarely convincing, with three draws in six. United have enough attacking quality, with Fernandes and Mbeumo, to score at Elland Road, but Leeds’s defence has conceded only five goals all season. The last meeting here ended 1-1, and we expect a similar result in a tense Sunday afternoon game.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Leeds vs Man United in Nigeria?
2pm Nigerian time (WAT) on Sunday 18 October 2026.
Where can I watch Leeds vs Man United in Nigeria?
On SuperSport, through DStv (Compact and above) or GOtv (Supa+ carries full live Premier League coverage).
Who is Manchester United’s manager?
Michael Carrick.
Who won the last Leeds vs Man United game?
Leeds won 2-1 at Old Trafford on 13 April 2026.
Is Joe Rodon playing against Man United?
No. Rodon is out with a thigh injury, and Mateo Joseph is out with a knee problem.
What is NaijaSabi’s prediction for Leeds vs Man United?
A 1-1 draw.
Sources
- Sportradar: Premier League table, results, fixture time and win probabilities, 13 October 2026.
- Squawka, “Leeds vs Manchester United match preview” (form, team news and player statistics), 13 October 2026.
- 11v11, “Leeds United v Manchester United head-to-head record”.
- UEFA, “2026/27 Champions League: all the league phase fixtures and results”.
- Wikipedia, “2026–27 Premier League” (managers).
Last updated: 13 October 2026 · NaijaSabi Football Desk.
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