Leeds United vs Everton: Premier League Match Preview, Prediction, Lineups, Odds
The Premier League continues with a thrilling clash as Leeds United vs Everton at Elland Road. Both teams are battling for crucial points, making this game an important fixture early in the season. Here’s a complete preview including team news, expected lineups, key comparisons, and match prediction.
| Match | Leeds United vs Everton |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premier League 2025 |
| Venue | Elland Road, Leeds |
| Date | Sunday, 18 August 2025 |
| Kick-off (UK) | 4:30 PM (UK) |
| Kick-off (India) | 9:00 PM IST |
Leeds United: Team News and Expected Lineup
Leeds United have shown great energy under their new manager. With attacking wingers and a pressing style, they will look to unsettle Everton’s defense at home.
Expected Starting XI (Leeds United):
| Position | Player(s) |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Illan Meslier |
| Defence | Luke Ayling, Joe Rodon, Pascal Struijk, Junior Firpo |
| Midfield | Archie Gray, Ethan Ampadu, Glen Kamara |
| Attack | Crysencio Summerville, Georginio Rutter, Dan James |
Everton: Team News and Expected Lineup
Everton will rely on their experienced players and physical presence. Dominic Calvert-Lewin will be their main attacking threat, supported by strong midfielders who can control possession.
Expected Starting XI (Everton):
| Position | Player(s) |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Jordan Pickford |
| Defence | Nathan Patterson, James Tarkowski, Jarrad Branthwaite, Vitalii Mykolenko |
| Midfield | Amadou Onana, Idrissa Gueye, Abdoulaye Doucouré |
| Attack | Jack Harrison, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Dwight McNeil |
Leeds United vs Everton: Squad Comparison
| Category | Leeds United | Everton |
|---|---|---|
| Key Striker | Georginio Rutter | Dominic Calvert-Lewin |
| Creative Mid | Glen Kamara | Abdoulaye Doucouré |
| Wingers | Crysencio Summerville, Dan James | Jack Harrison, Dwight McNeil |
| Defensive Rock | Pascal Struijk | James Tarkowski |
| Goalkeeper | Illan Meslier | Jordan Pickford |
| Playing Style | High press, quick wing play | Physical, direct, counter-attack |
Key Battles to Watch
| Battle | Leeds United | Everton | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutter vs Tarkowski | Georginio Rutter | James Tarkowski | Leeds striker’s movement vs Everton’s defensive leader & aerial strength |
| Summerville vs Mykolenko | Crysencio Summerville | Vitalii Mykolenko | Pace/1v1 skill vs a disciplined full-back on Leeds’ right wing |
| Onana vs Ampadu | Ethan Ampadu | Amadou Onana | Midfield control: duels, second balls, and transitions could decide tempo |
Leeds United vs Everton: Match Prediction
Both teams will fight hard for points, and this game could be very competitive. Leeds will look to dominate possession at home, while Everton will rely on set-pieces and counter-attacks.
Leeds’ attacking intensity at Elland Road could give them the edge, but expect Everton to make it a close battle.
