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>Leeds United vs Crystal Palace Prediction & Betting Tips – 20/09/2026
Leeds United welcome Crystal Palace to Elland Road on Saturday 20 September for a Premier League fixture that carries contrasting stakes. The hosts, sitting tenth after a promising run of two consecutive victories, will fancy their chances of climbing further. Palace, meanwhile, arrive in sixteenth place, reeling from back-to-back defeats and beset by personnel problems. With captain Dean Henderson sidelined through injury and centre-back Axel Disasi serving a suspension following his red card against Ipswich, Pierre Sage's side look vulnerable at a ground where Leeds have been resolute this term.
Match Analysis
Leeds United enter this home fixture as clear favorites at 1.80, sitting 9th with a strong 1.67 points-per-game average. Their defensive solidity, conceding just 0.7 goals per game, and a dominant recent H2H record make Elland Road a fortress.
- 1.67 points per game for Leeds this season, well ahead of Palace's 1.00 average.
- 4-1 home demolition of Crystal Palace at Elland Road in December 2025 in the last H2H.
- 0.7 goals conceded per game for Leeds, the sharpest defensive record in this fixture.
- Home form of LDDWW provides structural stability against a Palace side in crisis mode.
Crystal Palace arrive at Elland Road in alarming disarray, priced at 4.20, having shipped 11 goals in four league games. Backup goalkeeper Benítez replaces the injured Henderson, while a suspended Disasi and absent Riad leave their backline dangerously exposed.
- 11 goals conceded in four league games, the worst defensive record in this fixture.
- Axel Disasi suspended and Chadi Riad out long-term, gutting Palace's centre-back options.
- Mateta and Sarr both absent, leaving Strand Larsen isolated as Palace's sole attacking threat.
Key point: With Palace's attack severely depleted and Leeds' defensive solidity intact, the double chance covering a home win or draw complements the main prediction without needing 1.80 alone.
Form & Statistics: Leeds United vs Crystal Palace
Leeds United
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Crystal Palace
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Leeds United vs Crystal Palace: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Lineups: Leeds United vs Crystal Palace
Leeds United
Starters
- 1 Karl Darlow
- 2 Tarik Muharemovic
- 3 Jaka Bijol
- 4 Pascal Struijk
- 5 Jayden Bogle
- 6 Ethan Ampadu
- 7 Anton Stach
- 8 Gabriel Gudmundsson
- 9 Brenden Aaronson
- 10 Lukas Nmecha
- 11 Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Bench
- Lucas Perri
- Dan James
- Sean Longstaff
- Ao Tanaka
- Willy Gnonto
- Sebastiaan Bornauw
- Joel Piroe
- Noah Okafor
- Ilia Gruev
Absent
- Joe Rodon (injury)
- Mateo Joseph (injury)
Crystal Palace
Starters
- 1 Walter Benítez
- 2 Chris Richards
- 3 Takehiro Tomiyasu
- 4 Jaydee Canvot
- 5 Anan Khalaili
- 6 Adam Wharton
- 7 Quinten Timber
- 8 Tyrick Mitchell
- 9 Daichi Kamada
- 10 Yeremy Pino
- 11 Jørgen Strand Larsen
Bench
- Sam Johnstone
- Will Hughes
- Cheikhou Doucouré
- Óscar Mingueza
- Zavier Gozo
- Eberechi Eze
- Marc Guéhi
- Joel Ward
- Matheus França
Absent
- Jean-Philippe Mateta (injury)
- Chadi Riad (injury)
- Ismaïla Sarr (injury)
- Rob Holding (suspended)
- Dean Henderson (Ankle injury, ruled out until mid-October.)
- Axel Disasi (Suspension (straight red card for serious foul play vs Ipswich), 3-match domestic ban.)
- Honest Ahanor (Muscle injury.)
- Ben Chilwell (Hamstring/Knee injury.)
Low confidence
Both sides line up in a 3-4-2-1 mirror, though it is worth treating these selections with some caution as both XIs remain speculated rather than confirmed. Dominic Calvert-Lewin leads the line for Leeds, supported by Aaronson and Nmecha in the two creative roles behind him.
Crystal Palace set up in identical fashion, with Jørgen Strand Larsen as the focal point and Kamada and Pino offering support. The structural symmetry promises a tactical battle in the central lanes, where Ampadu and Stach will look to dominate against Wharton and Timber.
Our Verdict
Leeds at 1.80 represent our pick here. The hosts have won their last two matches and average 1.67 points per fixture, while Palace arrive on the back of consecutive defeats and a leaking defence that has shipped 2.7 goals per match. Losing Henderson in goal and Disasi to suspension only deepens the visitors' problems. We also fancy under 2.5 goals at 2.02, given Leeds have conceded just 0.7 per outing at home. Palace simply lack the firepower and defensive stability to trouble this Leeds side.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Leeds United vs Crystal Palace?
A Leeds United home win is the standout selection here. Palace arrive at Elland Road without goalkeeper Dean Henderson, suspended defender Axel Disasi, and having conceded 11 goals in four league fixtures. Leeds' defensive solidity and superior points-per-game average make the home win, available at 1.80, a well-supported wager at 68% confidence.
What time does Leeds United vs Crystal Palace kick off?
This Premier League fixture kicks off at 13:00 UTC on Sunday, 20 September 2026. The match takes place at Elland Road, Leeds United's home ground in West Yorkshire, where Palace were hammered four goals to one as recently as December 2025.
Where can I watch Leeds United vs Crystal Palace on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for Premier League fixtures vary depending on your territory and subscription package. In the United Kingdom, live coverage is typically shared between Sky Sports and TNT Sports. Supporters are advised to consult their local listings or the Premier League's official website to confirm which broadcaster holds the rights for this particular fixture.
What is Leeds United's recent record against Crystal Palace?
The recent head-to-head record favours Leeds. In December 2025, Leeds thrashed Palace 4-1 at Elland Road, a result that underlines their dominance at home in this fixture. The only other recent meeting ended nil-nil away from Elland Road, leaving Palace without a victory in their last two encounters against the Yorkshire side.