Erling Haaland, top scorer of The Norwegian, with 99 goals in 109 league games, starts at 12pm British local time (GMT), or 9am Brasília, aiming for the historic milestone of 100 goals. Pep Guardiola counts on the striker to overcome the Leeds defense, led by Daniel Farke, amid two recent defeats by Citizens.
Manchester City occupies third place with 22 points, while Leeds fights in 18th place, with 11 points and three consecutive stumbles. Haaland, born in Leeds when his father played for the club, adds excitement to the clash against his childhood team.
The match represents an opportunity for Haaland to break records, putting pressure on the top scorer with 14 goals this season. Leeds, in turn, prioritizes containing the Norwegian to score points away from home.
- Probable lineups: Manchester City (4-2-3-1): Donnarumma; Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly; Bernardo, Reijnders; Foden, Nico, Doku; Haaland. Leeds (4-3-3): Perri; Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Justin; Ampadu, Gruev, Tanaka; James, Nmecha, Gnonto.
- Chasers: Haaland leads with 14 goals; Nmecha has 4 by Leeds.
- Technicians: Guardiola on City since 2016; Farke on Leeds since 2024.
Haaland’s performance in the season
Haaland has scored 14 goals in 12 Premier League matches, converting 45% of his shots on goal. Sua average of 1.17 goals per game surpasses the previous mark of 1.03 in the 2022/23 season.
The Norwegian contributes with more than half of City’s goals, surpassing xG by 7.86. At home, he scores in 80% of games in Etihad, averaging two goals per game.
This form boosts the attack of the Citizens, who depend on their presence in the area for comfortable victories.
History of Haaland against Leeds
Haaland has scored in all three previous clashes against Leeds in the Premier League, taking his total to five goals. Seu brace in December 2023, in the 3-1 victory, accelerated the record to 20 goals in 14 games.
Born in Leeds in 2000, during his father Alfie’s time at the club, the striker never played for the Whites youth teams. Ainda thus, the duel carries personal symbolism.
In 110 overall meetings between City and Leeds, Citizens wins 49, but Haaland builds on recent dominance with elastic scores.
Leeds’s defensive focus falls on Rodon and Struijk, who face the Norwegian’s movement in past duels.
Manchester City’s last five games with Haaland
In the 2-0 victory over Liverpool on 9 November, Haaland assisted Foden’s first goal. City controlled possession in 68%, with the attacker creating three chances.
On November 2, against Bournemouth, he scored the second at 3-1, finishing a cross from Doku. Sua grade was 8.2 in Sofascore.
Against Newcastle, on November 22, 2-1 defeat despite a goal from Dias; Haaland had a 6.8 rating. In the 1-1 draw with Dortmund on 5 November, he finished twice without converting.
At Champions, on November 26th, 2-0 loss to Leverkusen, with Haaland rested and rating of 6.5 upon return. Esses results show dependence on the attacker for balance.
Leeds’s recent form without wins
Leeds lost 2-1 to Aston Villa on 23 November, with Nmecha scoring early. The defense conceded two goals in counterattacks, exposing weaknesses.
1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest on November 9th, where Ampadu neutralized early threats. Derrota 2-0 to Burnley on October 24 followed a pattern of 22 goals conceded in 12 rounds.
Isolated 2-1 victory over West Ham in October, but stumbled to Brighton 1-0. Farke adjusts the midfield to press Haaland from the start.
The run of five defeats in six games increases the urgency against City.
Where to watch live and streams
The match between Manchester City and Leeds United broadcasts on international platforms. No Reino Unido, audio via BBC
In the US, Peacock airs live at 10am ET, with replay options. No Canadá, DAZN covers in English and French.
On Brasil, Star+ or pay-per-view streaming services offer the game at 9am on Brasília. Confirme access via app or official website for uninterrupted streaming.
Weather forecast in Manchester
Intermittent rain marks the day at Etihad, with 7°C at 12pm local and humidity of 100%. Precipitação total of 13 mm, winds of 20 km/h influencing aerial plays.
Clouds cover 100% of the sky, visibility at 7 km. Condições Humid conditions test the pitch, favoring physical play and short passes.
Haaland, used to the Norwegian cold, adapts well, but Leeds can exploit mistakes in defense.
Guesses centered on Haaland
Haaland is favorite to score first at odds of +180, aiming for his 100th goal. Especialistas predict 3-1 for City, with over 2.5 goals given the average of 3 per game at home.
The Norwegian faces Rodon directly, creating chances via Foden and Doku. Pelo Leeds, Nmecha looks for counterattacks, but the defense prioritizes the rival attacker.
Other guesses include Haaland with two goals, considering his 45% conversion rate.
Curiosities about Haaland and tickets
Haaland could become the fastest to 100 goals in Premier League, in 110 games, surpassing Shearer by 14 games. No Etihad, capacity 53,000, tickets cost £50 to £150 via the City website.
The striker, with a contract until 2034, has scored 19 goals in all competitions this season. Leeds, promoted in 2025, revives rivalry with City for the first time since their return.
These facts highlight the impact of Haaland on the duel, mixing records and personal heritage.
