Leeds – Sunderland: who can end their winless run?
In Matchweek 29 of the English Premier League, Leeds will take on Sunderland on Tuesday, March 3, with kick-off at 20:30 CET. I am offering a bet on this encounter.
Leeds – Sunderland: match facts and head-to-head
- Leeds have suffered just one defeat in their last five matches.
- Leeds have conceded at least one goal in each of their last seven games.
- Sunderland have managed only one win in their previous five outings.
- Sunderland boast the third-worst attack in the Premier League – 29 goals scored.
- Leeds have kept a clean sheet in just 6% of their matches this season, while Sunderland have done so in 19%.
- Sunderland have lost more matches without scoring: 23% compared to Leeds’ 19%.
- Leeds and Sunderland shared a 1:1 draw in their most recent head-to-head meeting.
Leeds – Sunderland: match preview
Leeds currently sit in the lower half of the table, occupying 15th place. After 28 rounds, the side have collected 31 points. They are six points clear of the relegation zone, and the team still have plenty of motivation to push for victories. Leeds were narrowly beaten 0:1 by Manchester City in their last match, but prior to that they had gone four games unbeaten. The cushion is slim, yet their form is fairly solid.
Sunderland are positioned higher in the standings than Leeds. The team enjoyed a sensational start to the Premier League campaign and were sitting in the top four. However, their results have recently lacked consistency. The side have slipped to 12th place. After 28 matches, they have accumulated 37 points, six more than Leeds. Their advantage over the relegation zone stands at 12 points. Sunderland have won only one of their last five games and have suffered three defeats in that run. As such, they need to collect points more steadily if they are to avoid sliding further down the table.
Probable line-ups
- Leeds: Darlow; Justin, Rodon, Struijk; Bogle, Stach, Gruev, Ampadu, Gudmundsson; Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin
- Sunderland: Roefs; Geertruida, Ballard, Alderete, Hume; Xhaka, Sadiki; Talbi, Diarra, Le Fee; Mayenda
Prediction
Both sides are currently in the bottom half of the table, and each needs a victory if they want to improve their position. I suggest a bet on both teams to score.
