Leeds United vs Southampton: Prediction, Team News & Lineups

Preview

Leeds United will host Southampton at Elland Road in their final EFL Championship match of the 2023-24 campaign on Saturday. The Whites are currently third in the table, one point behind second-placed Burnley, while Southampton are ninth, having secured their Championship status for another season.

Leeds were unable to secure automatic promotion after finishing third in the league, one point behind Burnley. They will now face Southampton in the play-off semi-final.

Southampton, meanwhile, had a disappointing season, finishing ninth in the table. However, they will be looking to end the campaign on a high with a win against Leeds.

Team News

Leeds United are without a number of key players for the match against Southampton. Kalvin Phillips, Patrick Bamford, and Liam Cooper are all out injured.

Southampton also have a number of injury concerns. Theo Walcott, Kyle Walker-Peters, and Moussa Djenepo are all doubts for the match.

Predicted Lineups

Leeds United: Meslier; Ayling, Koch, Wober, Firpo; Roca, Adams, Sinisterra; Harrison, Gnonto, Rutter Southampton: Bazunu; Lyanco, Bella-Kotchap, Salisu; Maitland-Niles, Lavia, Ward-Prowse, Edozie; Elyounoussi, Mara, Armstrong

Prediction

Leeds United are the favorites to win this match. They have a strong home record and will be looking to finish the season on a high.

Southampton, meanwhile, will be looking to end the season on a positive note. They have a good record against Leeds and will be hoping to cause an upset.

Overall, Leeds United are the more likely team to win this match. However, Southampton will be looking to finish the season on a high and will be hoping to cause an upset.