Manchester United’s historical dominance over Leeds United continues, particularly at Old Trafford. The Red Devils are unbeaten in their last 18 home league games against Leeds, a run stretching back to February 1981.
Fernandes’ Impact and Chance Creation
Bruno Fernandes has a remarkable scoring record against Leeds. He has been involved in eight goals in just six Premier League appearances against them, scoring six and assisting twice. Fernandes has also created 101 chances in the Premier League this season. This is the third time he has created 100+ in a campaign, after 2022-23 and 2023-24.
He is one of only three players on record to achieve this feat in three separate Premier League seasons. The others are Frank Lampard and Kevin De Bruyne.
Leeds’ Struggles in Front of Goal
Leeds United are currently experiencing a goal-scoring drought. They have failed to score in each of their last four Premier League games, which is the longest ongoing run in this season’s competition. Their longest run without scoring in their league history is six games, which occurred during a season they were relegated.
Home Comforts for Man Utd, Away Woes for Leeds
Manchester United have lost just one of their last 20 league games against Leeds. They are also unbeaten in all five evening kick-offs against them in the Premier League.
Leeds United, in contrast, have struggled on the road recently. They have drawn seven of their last eight away games in the Premier League, with no side drawing more on the road in the division in 2025-26.
- Leeds have drawn their last four away games.
- Only once have they seen more away games in succession finish level in their league history (6 from August to October 1998).
Carrick’s Impressive Home Record
Michael Carrick has enjoyed a perfect start to his managerial career at Old Trafford. He has won all six of his Premier League games there as Manchester United boss. Only a few managers have had longer winning starts at home as Premier League managers.
Points Accumulation Since Christmas Day
Manchester United have only lost one of their 14 Premier League games since Christmas Day. Only Arsenal have earned more points in the competition in this time than the Red Devils.
Following their 1-1 draw at Elland Road in January, Leeds are looking to avoid losing both league meetings with Manchester United in a season for the first time since 1994-95.