On Saturday, September 20, Wolverhampton will play against Leeds United in the fifth round of the English Premier League. Here’s a detailed preview of the match and prediction.
Also read: Brighton vs Tottenham prediction and betting tips 20 September 2025
Match preview
Wolves have had a tough start to the season, losing all four of their matches with a total score of 2:9. This marks one of the worst beginnings in the club’s history. They lost their first game to Manchester City (0:4), followed by a close loss to Bournemouth (0:1), a competitive defeat against Everton (2:3), and another away loss to Newcastle (0:1).
Despite these setbacks, there was a positive moment for Wolves when they beat West Ham 3:2 in a cup match, coming from behind after being down 1:2 until the 82nd minute. This match showed they could convert chances into goals.
Leeds have had a somewhat better return from the Championship, winning their first game against Everton (1:0). However, they faced a heavy defeat against Arsenal (0:5) in their second match. They managed a draw against Newcastle (0:0) but lost to Fulham (0:1) in their fourth match. With just one goal scored and six conceded, Leeds currently sit in 16th place with four points.
Under Daniel Farke, Leeds aim for balanced play, focusing on set pieces and quick attacks, but they are still working on creating clear scoring opportunities and are gradually improving their game.
Probable line-ups
Wolverhampton: Sa, Mosquera, Agbadou, Krejci, Gomes, Joao Gomes, Andre, Bueno, Munetsi, Arias, Hwang
Leeds: Darlow, Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Gudmundsson, Gruev, Longstaff, Stach, Aaronson, Gnonto, Nmecha
Match facts and head-to-head
- In their last five meetings, Leeds have won three times, Wolves have won once, and one match ended in a draw.
- Wolves have won just one of their last eight matches, with seven losses and a total of only five goals scored.
- In four of Leeds’ last five matches, there have been no more than two goals scored.
Prediction
Both teams have had slow starts this season, struggling with creating chances and finishing. It is unlikely that these issues will be resolved in this match, so I predict a low-scoring game. My prediction: total under (2.5) goals at 1.65 odds.