Leeds vs Manchester United prediction 18.10.2026 | Premier League

After last season, when Leeds built a solid gap to the drop zone, Daniel Farke's team has a similar goal for the 2026/27 campaign. The team from Elland Road are solid so far with nine points from the first six Premier League rounds. However, Leeds won only once in the last six matches across all competitions. In the previous game, Farke's team lost 2-1 on the road against Arsenal. Eventually, the hosts broke the visitors, but that was another match in which Leeds showed more than most people expected.

Leeds' head coach, Daniel Farke, was heartbroken after a defeat in the previous league round. He commented, "It's difficult to describe the emotions. Congratulations to Arsenal. It's down to their mentality. Heartbroken and gutted for my players. A good away performance with no points is tough. Very proud."

Leeds doesn't have many players missing. Joe Rodon and Mateo Joseph are unavailable due to injuries, while Daniel James is questionable.

Manchester United seem to have a recurring problem with former players becoming managers. They come in as caretakers, do a great job, and earn themselves permanent contracts. But once they get the job full-time, the team's performances seem to take a significant turn for the worse. The team was excellent last season under Michael Carrick, but after the first six Premier League rounds in the 2026/27 season, Manchester United collected only six points. The Red Devils are winless in the last five matches across all competitions. In the previous game, they lost 2-0 on the road in the Champions League against Atletico Madrid. 

After another poor display, Michael Carrick is under enormous pressure. Reports suggest Antonio Conte is willing to take over the team, and the change could happen if Manchester United fail to beat Leeds. 

Manchester United have serious problems with injuries. They will be without Patrick Dorgu, Tom Heaton, Manuel Ugarte, Benjamin Sesko, and Noussair Mazraoui. Also, Kobbie Mainoo and Luke Shaw are questionable, and their statuses will get clearer closer to the kickoff.