Manchester United vs Leeds Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips 08/02/2023

[Premier League Predictions] In the first of two encounters in a week, on Wednesday, Manchester United will take on Leeds United at Old Trafford in an effort to extend their winning streak at the stadium to 14 games across all competitions.

Manchester United vs Leeds Prediction

Man United are in very good performance when they have won the last 4 consecutive matches in all competitions, including 2 wins by a difference against Nottingham in the Carabao Cup round to stand proudly in the final. Can Manchester United maintain the excellent form streak in the next match against Leeds in the Premier league? Will Leeds have a surprising win to improve their position on the table?

Manchester United form

The weekend saw Erik ten Hag's 10 men upset Crystal Palace 2-1, while the Whites' relegation concerns increased following a 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest. Man United did not need to play the final 20 minutes of their game against Crystal Palace with 10 men, especially when Casemiro, a one-man midfield screen, was the player sent to the dressing room early after he inexplicably grabbed Will Hughes by the neck with both hands.
The hosts hung on despite Jeffrey Schlupp's looping consolation, as the Red Devils had already placed themselves two goals ahead by that time thanks to Bruno Fernandes' penalty and Marcus Rashford's 10th Premier League goal of the season.

Manchester United form

Erik ten Hag's team is in the driver's seat for Champions League football as they sit comfortably in third place in the Premier League table, and Leeds are now just three points clear of their local rivals following their loss to Manchester United. Those early-season defeats to Brentford and Brighton & Hove Albion feel like an eternity ago for Erik ten Hag's men.

The Red Devils have won each of their previous 13 home games, and a fourth straight victory in all competitions only helps them gain momentum as they prepare for their two-legged Europa League match against Barcelona and the EFL Cup final against Newcastle United later this month. With the exception of a 1-0 victory over West Ham United in October, Ten Hag's prolific players have scored at least twice in 12 of those games. Old Trafford's six league goals allowed are also Newcastle's greatest home defensive total in the league.

Leeds forms

For those in white, whose brief three-game unbeaten run in all tournaments came to a cruel end against Forest last time out, tense prior matches between Manchester United and Leeds have been firmly consigned to history.

Despite their best efforts, Leeds were unable to break through with inspired Forest debutant Keylor Navas, extending their miserable winless run in the Premier League. The match was settled by the in-form Brennan Johnson's sublime 14th-minute volley, and despite their best efforts, Leeds could not find a way through him.

Leeds forms

Since their thrilling 4-3 triumph over Bournemouth on November 5, Jesse Marsch's 17th-placed team has lost seven straight Premier League games. Only goal differential keeps them from slipping below the line after Everton draw level on points with the Whites by surprising league leaders Arsenal.

Leeds' record against teams in the podium spots is also not a pretty one, as they have drawn once and lost seven of their last eight Premier League games against teams that started the matchday in the top three. Additionally, seven of Leeds' last nine away Premier League games have resulted in defeat.

Manchester United vs Leeds H2H Stats

Since Leeds won promotion back to the top flight in 2020, Manchester United has won 6-2 and 5-1 at Old Trafford against the Whites, taking 10 of the possible 12 points on offer. Their most recent meeting, which took place in February, also saw a ton of goals scored, as the Red Devils defeated the Whites 4-2 at Elland Road.

In 111 games, Manchester United triumphed 49 times, lost 26 times, and tied 36 times with the opposition. Man United's most recent loss came in the third round of the FA Cup in 2010, when the Red Devils suffered a 0-1 home loss.

Manchester United vs Leeds H2H Stats

Manchester United vs Leeds Current Odds

You may now see how different bookmakers view the course of events thanks to that information. However, how do the odds from the bookies translate into probability before this game, and how might that impact how you feel about our predictions? Let’s explain

• Handicap Odds: Manchester United (1.07)/ Leeds (0.86)
• 1x2 Odds: Manchester United (1.52) / Draw (4.75) / Leeds(6.4)
• Over/Under Goals: Over 2.5 (1.6) | Under 2.5 (2.35)
• Both Teams To Score: Yes (1.80) | No (2.00)

Manchester United vs Leeds Current Odds

Manchester United vs Leeds Betting Tips

Man Utd win & score over 2.5 Goals

Man Utd has defeated Leeds in five of their last six meetings, including victories of 4-2 and 5-1 in the Premier League last year. You can understand why we are forecasting goals on Wednesday night given that over 2.5 goals have been scored in five of the last six meetings between the two teams. Man United have won their past four league and cup games, and in four of their last five games, there have been more than 2.5 goals scored. Leeds has lost two of their past three away games in all competitions, while four of their last six games have featured at least three goals.

Marcus Rashford to Score

Marcus Rashford

Since returning from the World Cup, Marcus Rashford has been in outstanding form and has been Manchester United's star performer this year. You can see why we are backing Rashford to score against Leeds on Wednesday night by considering that the English forward has scored 10 goals in the Premier League alone, which is twice as many as his closest teammate, Fernandes. He has also scored nine goals in cup tournaments for his club.

Manchester United vs Leeds Best Tips from Betimate

Manchester United 3-0 Leeds United

Despite the fact that Casemiro has not participated in any of Manchester United's last four Premier League games, the team led by Ten Hag shouldn't allow the same thing to happen again.
Marsch's team may anticipate suffering another multiple-goal defeat at Old Trafford, but the Red Devils' margin of victory should not be as large this time. An eye-catching transfer window will not immediately solve all of Leeds' difficulties.

Manchester United vs Leeds possible lineups

Manchester United: De Gea; Dalot, Varane, Martinez, Shaw; Sabitzer, Fred; Antony, Fernandes, Rashford; Weghorst
Leeds United: Meslier; Ayling, Koch, Cooper, Wober; Adams, McKennie; Sinisterra, Aaronson, Gnonto; Rutter.

FAQ - Manchester United vs Leeds

Who are the favorites to win? Manchester United are the bookmakers' favorite.
What was the score when these two teams last met? – Leeds 2-4 Man Utd.
What time is kickoff? – 20:00 GMT, 21:00 CET.