Leeds United Seeks Sixth Straight Win Against West Brom on Saturday

LEEDS, England — Leeds United, currently leading the Championship, will host West Bromwich Albion this Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Elland Road. The match is set to start at 12:30 PM GMT, and Leeds is eager to ensure their sixth consecutive victory while West Brom aims to secure critical points in their playoff chase.

Leeds United comes into this match having extended their unbeaten run to 16 games after a dramatic 3-1 victory over Sheffield United. Key players Joel Piroe and Ao Tanaka scored in the closing phases of that match, solidifying the team’s place at the top of the league table. With 22 wins from 34 matches, Leeds sits five points clear of second-placed Sheffield United and seven ahead of Burnley in third. Leeds has been particularly dominant at home, winning 13 of their last 14 league games at Elland Road.

“We have a strong home record and we’re going to look to build on that,” said Leeds manager Daniel Farke. “The players are in great form, and the atmosphere at Elland Road is always electric.”

West Bromwich Albion, currently in fifth place, will be battling for maximum points after their own recent success, having defeated Oxford United 2-0 in their last outing. However, the Baggies have struggled away from home, failing to win any of their last nine matches on the road. Recent performances suggest a need for improvement, particularly after a mixed run of form since manager Tony Mowbray took over in January.

“We have to be more consistent away from home if we want to stay in the playoff race,” Mowbray acknowledged. “Leeds is a tough place to go, but we believe we can cause them problems.”

Both teams will be affected by injuries heading into the match. Leeds will be without defender Ethan Ampadu and striker Patrick Bamford, who are sidelined with knee injuries. Star forward Joel Piroe, who has scored 15 league goals this season, is expected to lead the line despite the absence of key players.

Meanwhile, West Brom will be missing several attackers, including Josh Maja (calf injury) and Jed Wallace (leg injury). The Baggies are also uncertain about the availability of defender Semi Ajayi, who is recovering from a hamstring injury. Mowbray will rely on his remaining squad to execute their game plan effectively.

In terms of tactics, Leeds is expected to maintain their attacking style while West Brom will look to fortify their defense and capitalize on counterattacks. Both teams recently faced each other in August 2024, resulting in a goalless draw, and with West Brom avoiding defeat in their last three meetings with Leeds, fans can expect a competitive clash.

Kickoff is fast approaching, and predictions are leaning in favor of Leeds due to their current form and home advantage. As Farke rallies his side for the challenge, both teams recognize the importance of securing three points in this tight race for promotion and playoff spots.