Norwich City will be hoping to capitalize on home advantage when they host Leeds United in what promises to be a competitive EFL Championship clash at Carrow Road. Norwich, sitting in 9th place with 11 points, have been in strong form recently, winning three of their last four league matches. Their most recent victory, a thrilling 3-2 win over Derby County, was powered by a hat-trick from Borja Sainz.
However, the Canaries have struggled historically against Leeds United, having lost five of their last six encounters, including a 4-0 playoff defeat last season. Leeds United, currently in 5th place, are in solid form as well and will be looking to maintain their three-point lead over Norwich. Despite Norwich’s recent resurgence, they haven’t beaten Leeds since February 2019, making this match a tough test for the home side.
This game will be crucial for Norwich as they aim to push towards a playoff position, while Leeds will be looking to maintain their early season momentum.
Norwich City vs Leeds United Team News & Tactics
Norwich City
Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Gunn; Fisher, Duffy, Cordoba, Doyle; Nunez, McLean; Crnac, Schwartau, Sainz; Sargent
Leeds United
Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Meslier; Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Firpo; Tanaka, Gruev; Gnonto, Aaronson, Ramazani; Joseph
Here are some key stats for the upcoming clash between Norwich City and Leeds United:
- Norwich City has lost their last four league matches against Leeds United. They will aim to avoid a fifth consecutive defeat, which would be a first in their history against the Yorkshire club.
- Leeds United has won each of their last three away league games at Carrow Road, scoring two or more goals in each visit.
- Norwich City is unbeaten in their last 18 home league games (12 wins, 6 draws), their longest run since November 1972.
- Leeds United is the only side in the Championship yet to concede an away goal this season. They are one of only two second-tier teams in Football League history to keep a clean sheet in their first four away matches of a campaign.
Both teams will be looking to maintain their respective streaks, with Norwich aiming to defend their impressive home form and Leeds striving to extend their defensive record away from home.
Player to Watch
Mateo Joseph
Prediction
Norwich City 1-1 Leeds United
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