The Spurs have found their stride. Prediction for Leeds United vs Tottenham
Leeds and Tottenham will meet on Saturday, November 7, in the 10th round of the English Premier League. The match will take place at Elland Road, with kick-off scheduled for 13:30 Central European Time. I am backing goals in this game.
H2H and statistical facts
- Tottenham have won three matches in a row.
- Leeds are on a run of five games without a win.
- The Spurs are unbeaten against Leeds in six consecutive meetings.
- Tottenham have scored just two goals in the first half this season.
Leeds
Leeds sit 11th in the Premier League with 11 points after nine rounds. Despite a relatively solid defense, the promoted side's main problem remains a lack of attacking output. They are just one point behind Tottenham, making this upcoming clash highly significant for the hosts.
Leeds' recent results do not suggest much consistency. In their previous five league games, the team have suffered two defeats and drawn three times. First, the Whites lost away to Arsenal (1-2), then shared the points with Crystal Palace (0-0) and Manchester United (1-1). That was followed by a goalless draw with Sunderland and a 0-2 defeat to Bournemouth. As a result, Leeds have now gone five straight Premier League matches without a win.
The latest game against Bournemouth provided a telling example of the team's attacking problems. Leeds made a decent start and even found the net in the first half, but Dominic Calvert-Lewin's goal was ruled out after a VAR review for handball. Then goalkeeper James Trafford's error allowed Evanilson to open the scoring, while Amine Adli sealed the final result in stoppage time. Farke's side registered 10 shots, but only one was on target.
The hosts' main hope remains Calvert-Lewin, who has scored five goals this season. At Elland Road, however, Leeds have looked noticeably more confident than away from home: in their first four home matches, the team have recorded one win and three draws without suffering a single defeat. The backing of their own supporters could prove a crucial factor against the Londoners.
Tottenham
Tottenham occupy eighth place in the table with 12 points. After nine rounds, Roberto De Zerbi's team have three wins, three draws and three defeats. The Londoners are not yet among the leading contenders for the highest positions, but their winning run gives them reason to believe they can continue climbing the table.
The past few weeks have been far more successful for Tottenham. After drawing with Manchester United (1-1) and losing to Aston Villa (2-3), the team managed to turn things around. First, the Londoners beat Coventry 3-1, then comfortably defeated Chelsea away from home (2-0), before overcoming Crystal Palace by the same scoreline in the last round. Tottenham therefore head to Elland Road on the back of three consecutive Premier League victories.
The meeting with Chelsea was particularly impressive. De Zerbi's side not only defended solidly but also made the most of their chances in attack, scoring two unanswered goals. Against Crystal Palace, the Londoners' dominance was even more pronounced: their opponents were reduced to 10 men as early as the 13th minute, after which Tottenham controlled possession and created a wealth of chances.
One of the Londoners' key strengths is the variety of their attacking options. Mohammed Kudus can create danger through individual brilliance, while Mathys Tel and Omar Marmoush add pace and mobility to the front line. The return of Dejan Kulusevski is also an important factor, as he is gradually regaining match fitness after an extended rehabilitation period.
Projected lineups
- Leeds United: Trafford, Justin, Bijol, Muharemovic, Bogle, Gudmundsson, Ampadu, Tanaka, Wilson, Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin.
- Tottenham: Kinsky, Robertson, van de Ven, van Hecke, Gray, Fernandes, Tonali, Maddison, Kudus, Tel, Marmoush.
What to bet on?
The upcoming match promises to be a difficult one for both teams, but the advantage still belongs to the visitors, primarily in terms of morale. Tottenham have looked significantly better in recent rounds, won three matches in a row and shown clear progress after their disastrous start to the season. I believe the visitors will be able to exploit their opponents' attacking problems and extend their winning run. My pick is Tottenham to win with a 0 handicap.
