The stage is set for another chapter in one of English football’s fiercest rivalries as Manchester United host Leeds United at Old Trafford on April 13. Fixtures like this rarely feel routine, no matter where the two sides are in the table.
United come into the game at a point where results matter more than anything else. Under Michael Carrick, there has been a sense of stability building, and another win here could create some breathing room in the race for Champions League places with the season entering its final stretch.
Leeds are dealing with a different kind of pressure. They are still trying to keep clear of the relegation fight, which means every game carries weight. Their recent FA Cup win over West Ham, sealed by Pascal Struijk in the shootout, should help with confidence, but this is a very different test altogether.
The wait is over.
United are back 👊🔥 pic.twitter.com/6NBVDaCd8A
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 13, 2026
What are the predicted lineups for Manchester United vs Leeds United?
Manchester United predicted XI
Senne Lammens; Diogo Dalot, Leny Yoro, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw; Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo; Bryan Mbeumo, Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha; Benjamin Sesko
There is a chance Lisandro Martinez comes back into the side, which would be useful given Harry Maguire is unavailable. Diogo Dalot should be fit again after illness, while Matthijs de Ligt is still not quite ready to return. Even with those changes, the team still looks strong going forward.
Leeds United predicted XI
Lucas Perri; James Justin, Jaka Bijol, Pascal Struijk, Sebastiaan Bornauw; Ilia Gruev, Ethan Ampadu; Albert Gudmundsson, Brenden Aaronson; Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Lukas Nmecha
Leeds have a few selection issues of their own, which makes things slightly more complicated. Still, there is enough in that lineup to make things uncomfortable if they get their approach right.
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This game probably will not define the season on its own, but it could shape what the final weeks look like for both teams. United are trying to hold onto a top-four spot, Leeds are trying to stay up, and the rivalry adds that extra edge that usually brings out something different on the pitch.
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