- Here is the Leeds United vs Man City prediction article which breaks down form, key players and H2H meetings ahead of the clash.
- The match will be staged at Elland Road on Saturday February 28, 2026.
- Kickoff is at 8:30pm EAT.
Premier League title contenders Manchester City make the trip to West Yorkshire this Saturday evening to face a spirited Leeds United side desperate to steer further clear of relegation trouble.
With just 11 games left in the campaign, every point now carries extra weight at both ends of the table.
Leeds head into Gameweek 28 sitting 15th on the log, six points above the drop zone, and showing signs of resilience after a difficult January.
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Since their heavy home defeat to Arsenal, Daniel Farke’s men have responded with an unbeaten February in the league, picking up five points from three matches.
A crucial 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest at Elland Road steadied the nerves before hard-fought draws away to Chelsea and Aston Villa underlined their growing competitiveness.
However, a recurring issue continues to haunt the Whites , the inability to protect leads. They have dropped valuable points from winning positions in recent weeks, and against a side of City’s calibre, lapses in concentration are often punished without mercy. Still, the Elland Road faithful can take heart from their team’s fighting spirit, especially in high-profile fixtures.
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City, meanwhile, are firmly back in the title conversation. Pep Guardiola’s men have put together a strong run, winning four of their last five league outings to close the gap on leaders Arsenal.
A dramatic comeback win at Anfield proved a turning point, and successive victories over Fulham and Newcastle have restored belief within the squad.
Momentum appears to be building at just the right time for the reigning champions. With a game in hand on Arsenal, City know that maximum points in Leeds would significantly tighten the race at the summit.
Historically, they have dominated newly-promoted opposition and have won their last two league visits to Elland Road.
Leeds United vs Man City team news
Leeds will be without Noah Okafor due to a hamstring injury, while Gabriel Gudmundsson faces a late fitness test. Farke is expected to retain his five-man defensive setup, with James Justin, Joe Rodon and Patrick Struijk anchoring the backline.
Anton Stach, who has been a threat from set pieces this season, should operate in an advanced midfield role behind Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
For City, Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic remain sidelined, while Jeremy Doku will be assessed late. In-form youngster Nico O’Reilly is pushing to keep his place alongside Rodri and Bernardo Silva.
Up front, all eyes will be on Erling Haaland, who boasts a strong scoring record against Leeds and relishes visits to West Yorkshire.
Leeds United vs Man City prediction
Leeds have shown they can trouble elite opposition, particularly at home where the atmosphere can be electric. Yet City’s experience, depth and relentless attacking quality may ultimately prove decisive.
Expect goals at both ends, but City’s clinical edge in the final third could make the difference.