Leeds United Faces Swansea City in Critical Championship Clash

LEEDS, England — Leeds United will seek to regain momentum in their Championship promotion bid when they host Swansea City at Elland Road on Saturday, March 29, 2025. With just eight matches remaining, the stakes are high for both teams as Leeds sits atop the table, only two points clear of Burnley, while Swansea is in 16th place, nervously close to the relegation zone.

The international break may have come at a necessary time for Leeds, as their form had dipped with only one victory in their last four matches. Recent results included a 1-1 draw against West Bromwich Albion and a disappointing 2-1 loss to Portsmouth, which ended their impressive 17-match unbeaten league streak. Leeds reclaimed some stability with a win against Millwall but disappointed again with another draw against Queens Park Rangers, leaving them merely two points ahead of their closest rivals.

Leeds has proved formidable at home, winning 14 of their 16 home league matches this season, as they aim to extend their impressive streak against the Swans. Historical performance also favors Leeds, who has triumphed in the last four encounters against Swansea, netting at least three goals in each of the last three meetings, including a thrilling 4-3 win in the prior fixture this season.

Meanwhile, Swansea is under the guidance of interim manager Alan Sheehan, who took over after Luke Williams was relieved of his duties in January. Although starting with a three-game unbeaten streak, the Swans have faltered, suffering back-to-back defeats, including a loss to Burnley without scoring a goal.

With six points separating them from the relegation zone, the Swans need a victory to alleviate fears of relegation. However, having won just once in their last eight away matches in the Championship (with seven losses), claiming three points at Elland Road will be a significant challenge.

Head Coach Daniel Farke will face injury concerns ahead of kickoff, with a late decision pending on the availability of Leeds captain, whose participation is uncertain due to an ankle injury sustained while on international duty. However, he has returned to training earlier than expected. Forward is also fit to return after a lengthy absence due to a hamstring injury. In contrast, Swansea will be without key players due to injuries, and defender is being monitored for fitness ahead of the match.

Leeds is expected to line up with goalkeeper Illan Meslier; defenders Jayden Bogle, Joe Rodon, Pascal Struijk, and Junior Firpo; midfielders Ao Tanaka and Joe Rothwell; and forwards Daniel James, Brendan Aaronson, Solomon, and Joel Piroe. On the opposite side, Swansea is set to feature goalkeeper Vigouroux; defenders Key, Cabango, Delcroix, and Tymon; midfielders Franco and O'Brien; and forwards Ronald, Cullen, Eom, and Vipotnik.

The match is set to kick off at 3 p.m. BST and will not be broadcast live on UK television due to the blackout, but fans can listen to live coverage on BBC Radio Leeds. Leeds United needs a win to steady their promotion charge while Swansea strives for a vital upset that could reshape their season.