Leeds United Return to Premier League Action on Monday
Leeds United kick off their Premier League campaign on Monday night following their dominant Championship-winning season last year.
The last time the Whites were promoted, they made a thrilling start to the top flight, narrowly losing 4-3 to Liverpool at Anfield in the 2021/22 season. This time, their first test back in the Premier League comes against Everton—a fixture that promises plenty of intensity.
The match is loaded with intriguing storylines: Dominic Calvert-Lewin has just swapped Everton for Leeds, while Jack Harrison returns to Elland Road after a loan spell at Goodison Park. Additionally, Jack Grealish, who has history with Leeds supporters, recently joined Everton, adding another layer of drama.
Predicting the outcome is tough, but Peter Crouch has weighed in with his thoughts.
Peter Crouch’s Prediction for Leeds vs Everton
As part of his Premier League opening-weekend predictions for The Mail, Crouch was decisive with most of his picks—but when it came to Leeds vs Everton, he couldn’t separate the two.
He ultimately settled on a draw, a fair prediction given both teams’ strengths and the electric atmosphere expected at Elland Road.
Leeds’ Recent Record Against Everton
Despite being two of England’s most storied clubs, Leeds and Everton have rarely faced off in recent years due to Leeds’ prolonged spell in the Championship. Over the past decade, they’ve met just six times, with Everton holding the upper hand.
| Last 10 Years: Leeds vs Everton |
|---|
| Games Played. 6 |
| Leeds Wins. 1 |
| Draws. 2 |
| Everton Wins. 3 |
Everton, buoyed by a strong finish under David Moyes last season, may fancy their chances. But with Leeds’ passionate home crowd roaring them on—especially on opening day—Elland Road could prove a daunting challenge for any opponent.
