The powerhouse from the Emirates finally won the Premier League in the spring, ending a wait of more than two decades. In addition, the English side reached the Champions League final, but lost to PSG on penalties. After the summer break, they began by lifting the Super Cup with a 3-0 victory over Manchester City. Their winning run then continued through six more matches in various competitions. However, before the international break, the favorite suffered a 0-3 defeat to Brighton.
The Leeds-based club returned from the Championship after a two-year absence in 2025. They initially finished 14th with 47 points. So far, they have lost only once — 3-6 to Chelsea, and that came in the League Cup. At the same time, they have drawn several matches, including their most recent fixture, which ended 0-0 against Crystal Palace.
The champions score 1.6 goals per match and concede half as many — 0.8. Calvert-Lewin and company average 1.4 goals scored and 0.6 conceded.
Previous matches: Arsenal – Leeds United
In the last sixteen head-to-head meetings, Leeds have managed only three draws against the capital giants.
It is hard to believe that the title holders will slip up for a second match in a row. The hosts will win with a “-1 goal” handicap (odds – 1.60).
Arsenal – Leeds United: key statistics and trends
Arsenal have won seven of their eight matches this season
20% of Arsenal’s matches end with both teams scoring, while the average total goals per match is 2.4
Leeds United have drawn three of their last five matches
60% of Leeds United’s matches end with both teams scoring, while the average total goals per match is 2.0
Arsenal – Leeds United: possible starting lineups
Arsenal play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Raya – Calafiori, Magalhaes, Konsa, Timber – Guimaraes, Rice – Tzolis, Odegaard, Saka – Havertz
Leeds United play in a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (possible lineup): Trafford – Muharemovic, Elvedi, Justin – Gudmundsson, Tanaka, Ampadu, Bogle – Stach, Okafor – Calvert-Lewin
