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Leeds faces Manchester United in historic rivalry match at Elland Road

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Leeds faces Manchester United in historic rivalry match at Elland Road

Summary

Leeds United hosts Manchester United at Elland Road on Sunday afternoon. This match marks a continuation of their historic rivalry and presents Leeds with an opportunity to build on a 2-1 victory at Old Trafford earlier this year. With Leeds currently eighth in the Premier League and Manchester United in 14th, both teams aim to secure crucial points. Leeds looks to extend an unbeaten streak at home and potentially achieve consecutive league victories over United for the first time in over 50 years.

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By the Numbers

•Leeds ended a 10-match winless streak against Man United earlier this year.
•Leeds is unbeaten in the last seven Premier League home games.
•For the first time since 2002, Leeds sits above United in the league table before this match.
•Okafor, after scoring twice in April, aims to continue his scoring streak.
•James Justin has been a standout performer for Leeds in the current season.

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Leeds United welcome Man Utd to Elland Road on Sunday afternoon for the latest instalment of one of English football’s fiercest rivalries, with Daniel Farke’s side looking to build on a memorable ...
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