The Premier League title race is heating up as leaders Arsenal visit Leeds United on Saturday.
Arsenal is facing a challenging moment, having not won in three league games, including a 3–2 loss to Manchester United that has narrowed their lead to four points. Meanwhile, Leeds has seen a turnaround, losing only once in their last ten league matches and making Elland Road a tough venue for opponents.
Leeds United vs Arsenal – Match preview and team news
- Date: Saturday, 31 January 2026
- Kick-off: 15:00 GMT
- Venue: Elland Road, Leeds
- Referee: Stuart Attwell
- VAR: Jarred Gillett
- Last Meeting: Arsenal 5–0 Leeds (23 Aug 2025), Premier League
Team News
Leeds United
Leeds manager Daniel Farke will be without forward Lukas Nmecha and defender Jaka Bijol. Gabriel Gudmundsson’s availability is uncertain due to an adductor issue. On a positive note, winger Daniel James is back in training, and midfielder Anton Stach is ready to play after featuring against Everton.
Arsenal
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta hopes to have defenders William Saliba and Jurriën Timber available, having missed the recent European match due to minor injuries. Declan Rice and Mikel Merino are back after serving suspensions, and Kai Havertz may make his first league start of the season. Max Dowman is the lone long-term injury concern.
Form
Leeds United
Leeds has proven difficult to beat at home, going five league games unbeaten at Elland Road with three wins and two draws. They recently drew 1–1 at Everton and are currently six points above the relegation zone.
Arsenal
Despite their recent struggles in the league, Arsenal has excelled in Europe, winning all eight Champions League group matches. Declan Rice is set to make his 300th league appearance, but the team must improve on a record of just two points from the last nine available in the league.
Predicted Lineups
Leeds United Predicted XI: Darlow; Rodon, Struijk, Bornauw; Bogle, Gruev, Stach, Ampadu, Justin; Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin
Arsenal Predicted XI: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Jesus, Trossard
How to watch Leeds United vs Arsenal?
This match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to blackout rules. However, fans can listen to live audio commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live, and full highlights will be shown on Match of the Day at 22:30 GMT.
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