Small cracks are starting to show in Arsenal’s Premier League title challenge. A busy schedule and familiar attacking problems have slowed their momentum, and last weekend’s 3–2 home defeat to Manchester United was another warning sign.
Just like in 2021, an interim United manager punished Arsenal at the Emirates. Despite dominating possession, Arsenal struggled to create clear chances from open play, managing just 0.39 expected goals in that area.
Sotfooball Results elsewhere meant their lead at the top was cut to four points, and their away form has dipped, with only two wins from their last six league games on the road.
Arsenal did return to winning ways in midweek with a 3–2 Champions League victory over Kairat, finishing the league phase with a perfect record. Still, the second-half performance raised concerns, as the Gunners again struggled to control the game in attack.
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Leeds United, meanwhile, continue to fight hard for points. They were seconds away from a big away win at Everton before conceding late in a 1–1 draw. Leeds sit 16th but are six points clear of relegation, helped by strong home form.
Leeds United posted a video on their X handle remembering and celebrating their past success over Arsenal, bringing back memories of one of their standout performances against the Gunners.
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Elland Road has been a tough place to visit this season. Leeds have lost just twice there and have scored in 10 of their 11 home league games.
Team News
Arsenal expect William Saliba and Jurrien Timber to return, while Declan Rice and Mikel Merino are back from suspension. Kai Havertz is pushing for a league start after impressing in midweek.
Leeds could welcome back Daniel James and Gabriel Gudmundsson, but Jaka Bijol remains sidelined.
Possible Lineups
Leeds United:
Darlow; Rodon, Struijk, Bornauw; Bogle, Gruev, Stach, Ampadu, Justin; Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin
Arsenal:
Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Trossard
Prediction
Leeds’ strong home form and Arsenal’s ongoing attacking issues suggest the points could be shared at Elland Road.
Where to watch
| Region / Country | TV Channel(s) | Streaming / Online Options |
| United Kingdom | Not live on TV (3pm blackout rule) | BBC Radio 5 Live, club websites, news live blogs |
| United States | USA Network | Fubo |
| Canada | — | DAZN Canada |
| Australia | — | Stan Sport |
| Nigeria / Africa | SuperSport MaXimo 2, SuperSport Premier League NG | DStv Now |
| India | Star Sports Select | JioHotstar |
