Leeds have won just two of their last 12 meetings with Newcastle, both coming behind-closed-doors in 2020/21, while the Magpies have won eight of 13 visits to Elland Road in the last three decades.
Leeds vs Newcastle preview
After starting the season on such a high, the harsh realities of being a Premier League club have come into sharp focus for Leeds United. On the season's opening Monday night, the Whites defeated Everton 1-0 at a raucous Elland Road; debutant Lukas Nmecha converting a late penalty.
However, last weekend, Daniel Farke's team were steamrollered 5-0 by Arsenal in North London, mustering just three shots all evening, never really in the game throughout. This is Leeds' biggest defeat since a 6-1 mauling at the hands of Liverpool in April 2023, underlining the difference in level between the Championship and the Premier League.
Concerningly, the Whites were also knocked out of the EFL Cup on Tuesday. While most Sheffield Wednesday supporters stayed away to protest against their ownership, the Owls held their Yorkshire rivals to a 1-1 draw, with Jayden Bogle's late equaliser forcing penalties. Remarkably, the hosts won the shootout 3-0 at Hillsborough, with Joël Piroe, debutant Dominic Calvert-Lewin and then Sean Longstaff all failing to convert from 12 years. So now, back at home, can Farke's side bounce back?
As for Newcastle United, they were involved in a Premier League match for the ages on Monday night. Fair to say, the Geordie faithful were up for Liverpool's visit to St James' Park, but all hope appeared lost just 20 seconds into the second half when the Reds doubled their lead, after Anthony Gordon had been sent off for a late challenge. However, Bruno Guimarães halved the deficit before, with two minutes to go, William Osula got on the end of Dan Burn's flick-on to make it 2-2, against all odds.
This, unsurprisingly, sparked wild scenes of celebrations, but this turned to despair when, in the tenth minute of injury time, Rio Ngumoha tucked home an astonishing winner for Liverpool. There is so much for Eddie Howe to take from this 3-2 defeat, but his team do still remain winless, having been held to a bore goalless draw at Villa Park on the opening weekend. Thus, the Toon Army will certainly be hoping to change that come Saturday evening, so will they be too strong for Leeds at Elland Road?
Leeds vs Newcastle head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 100.
- Leeds Wins: 39. Draws: 21. Newcastle Wins: 40.
Leeds team news
Daniel Farke made nine change to his lineup at Hillsborough, so did anyone impress enough to keep their place for this one? Concerningly, midfielder Ethan Ampadu is sidelined, while his usual partner Ao Tanak hobbled off at Arsenal last weekend, so is also a doubt, which would be a massive blow.
Summer signings Sebastiaan Bornauw and Jaka Bijol started together for the first time at centre-back against Sheffield Wednesday, both looking to become first-choice in the near future. In the absence of Ampadu and Tanaka, Sean Longstaff will face the club he has recently departed.
Leeds United predicted lineup vs Newcastle United: (4-3-3): Perri; Bogle, Struijk, Rodon, Gudmundsson; Gruev, Longstaff, Stach; Okafor, Gnonto, Calvert-Lewin
Leeds player to watch vs Newcastle
Dominic Calvert-Lewin endured an inauspicious Leeds debut on Tuesday, most notably skying his spot-kick into an earily empty Spion Kop. However, the England international has previously netted six times against Newcastle, the joint-most against a single opponent, so can he add to this tally?
Newcastle team news
Monday's last-gasp defeat at the hands of Liverpool could prove to be a costly one, in more ways than one. Anthony Gordon will commence a three match ban, while Fabian Schär went off via a concussion substitution towards the end, meaning he will be unavailable.
Similarly, Joelinton and Sandro Tonali both hobbled off, so Eddie Howe could be forced to deploy a a brand-new midfield, potentially featuring new recruit Jacob Ramsey, who made his debut off the bench on Monday. At the back, summer signing Malick Thiaw could make his own full debut, while William Osula could lead the line, starting a league match for the club for the very first time.
Newcastle United predicted lineup vs Leeds United: (4-3-3): Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Livramento; Guimarães, Willock, Ramsey; Elanga, Osula, Barnes.
Newcastle player to watch vs Leeds
Despite the arrival of Aaron Ramsdale in the summer, Nick Pope has started both matches so far, but the number one is surely under pressure if he is to remain the first-choice.
Leeds vs Newcastle prediction
This Saturday evening clash should be lively, and is tough to call. Goals should be guaranteed, but we given the slight edge to Newcastle, likely to leave Yorkshire victorious: Leeds 1-2 Newcastle.
Leeds vs Newcastle FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Leeds vs Newcastle in the Premier League on TV channel?
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What is the date and kick-off time for Leeds vs Newcastle in the Premier League?
Leeds United vs Newcastle United takes place on Saturday 30 August 2025, with kick off at 17:30 (BST), 12:30 (EDT) & 9:30 (PDT).