2021-22 English Premier League – Leeds Utd vs Everton Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Leeds Utd vs Everton taking place? Leeds Utd vs Everton will take place on Saturday 21st August, 2021 at 15:00 (UK)
Where is Leeds Utd vs Everton taking place? Leeds Utd vs Everton will take place at Elland Road in Leeds
Where can I get tickets for Leeds Utd vs Everton? Ticket information for Leeds Utd vs Everton can be found on each club’s official website
What TV channel is Leeds Utd vs Everton on in the UK? Leeds Utd vs Everton will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream Leeds Utd vs Everton in the UK? Leeds Utd vs Team cannot be streamed live in the UK
THE LOWDOWN
LEEDS UTD
- Leeds Utd were the victims of a 5-1 thrashing at the hands of bitter rivals Man Utd last weekend and a reaction will be expected here in front of a vociferous Elland Road crowd.
- Despite such a heavy defeat, it wouldn’t be a surprise if Marcelo Bielsa keeps the same starting XI for this match, although new signing Junior Firpo will be pushing for a start after coming off the bench at Old Trafford. Similarly, EURO 2020 star Kalvin Phillipsis edging closer to a first-team return and is being monitored.
EVERTON
- After going in at half-time down 0-1 vs Southampton, a magnificent second half performance from Rafael Benitez’s side saw them emerge 3-1 winners, with Richarlison’s move from out wide to the number 10 role proving particularly effective.
- Everton had a number of players unavailable against the Saints having been forced to isolate due to COVID-19 guidelines and will hoping Andre Gomes is available but creative spark James Rodriguez will not be making the trip to Elland Road.
THE TEAM NEWS
LEEDS UTD
PREDICTED XI (4-1-4-1): Meslier; Ayling, Struijk, Cooper, Dallas; Raphinha, Rodrigo, Klich, Harrison; Bamford
UNAVAILABLE: Forshaw (Fitness)
QUESTIONABLE: Llorente (Injured), Phillips (Fitness)
EVERTON
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Pickford; Coleman, Mina, Keane, Digne; Allan, Doucoure; Townsend, Gray, Richarlison; Calvert-Lewin
UNAVAILABLE: James Rodriguez (Isolating), Tyrer (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: Andre Gomes (Isolating), Gbamin (Isolating)
THE PREDICTION
A terrific encounter looks on the cards as Leeds look to mark the return of full crowds at Elland Road with victory here, whilst Everton will be hoping to build on their second half showing vs Southampton. Despite being beaten heavily by Man Utd, Marcelo Bielsa will not alter his attacking philosophy and the Whites are expected to push bodies forward at every opportunity even out of possession and they look to pile pressure on the Everton backline. However, the Toffees are likely to be afforded chances themselves with plenty of space available to exploit within the opposition half. With that in mind, both teams to score has to be favoured between these two sides.
Tip: BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE
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