Leeds vs Newcastle United Betting Tips & Match Predictions

Leeds vs Newcastle United Intro

As the pointy end of the season approaches, Leeds and Newcastle United will be equally hungry to grab the three points in a Premier League match both clubs will fancy their chances in. Kick off at Elland Road is set for 3:00 PM on Saturday January 22, 2022.

We head into matchweek 23 as the hosts, led by Marcelo Bielsa, currently sit in the 15th position in the Premier League table on 22 points. Their opponents are 19th, having taken 12 points from their 22 games. As we head past the midway point of the Premier League season, there’s a distinct difference in points between Leeds and Newcastle United., with the two separated by 10, but only by 4 places.

Leeds vs Newcastle United Form

Leeds have now won two in a row, including beating West Ham. Even though they only have six points from the last five games, they were able to break away from the losing streak. That being said, Newcastle United have done little in the last 5 games, earning only 2 points and barely managing a draw with Watford in the previous round. With 8 points from last five home games, Leeds could do with improving a little. In last five games played away from home, Newcastle United have only earned 2 points.

Leeds vs Newcastle United H2H

This fixture has regularly been dominated by Newcastle United. In fact, in 16 meetings, Leeds has only won on 4 occasions, with another 4 games ending up all square. Within the last six meetings between the teams, each has won 2 games.

Leeds vs Newcastle United Analysis

Leeds won its previous game. Marcelo Bielsa’s men were facing West Ham in that game. At the end of the game, the final result was 3-2. On Saturday January 22, 2022, they will face Newcastle United. Against West Ham, Leeds claimed 52% of ball possession. In terms of shots on goal, Leeds struck a total of 18 shots in attack while in defence conceding 15 shots to West Ham. Meanwhile, Newcastle United drew its previous game. Eddie Howe’s men were facing Watford. The game ended with a score of 1-1. Stats against Watford show that Newcastle United had 52% of ball possession. In Newcastle United previous game, they shot on target 12 times while Eddie Howe’s men conceded 18 shots.

Leeds vs Newcastle United Odds

According to the oddsmakers, the favourite for this match between Leeds and Newcastle United is Leeds.