Manchester City faces Leeds United this Saturday, November 29, 2025, in the 13th round of the The game starts at 12pm British local time (GMT), equivalent to 9am Brasília time. Pep Guardiola is looking to recover after two recent defeats, while Daniel Farke is trying to avoid Z4 to Leeds.
The Citizens occupy third place in the table, with 22 points, pressured by the leadership of the Arsenal. Leeds, in 18th place, has 11 points and is fighting against relegation after three consecutive stumbles.
The match takes place at a critical moment for both sides, with Manchester City needing victories at home to reach the top and Leeds looking for points away to alleviate the crisis.
- Probable lineups: Manchester City (4-2-3-1): Donnarumma; Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly; Bernardo, Reijnders; Foden, Cherki, Doku; Haaland. Leeds (4-3-3): Perri; Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Gudmundsson; Gruev, Ampadu, Tanaka; James, Nmecha, Gnonto.
- Chasers: Haaland leads the league with 14 goals; by Leeds, Nmecha has 4.
- Technicians: Guardiola has commanded City since 2016; Farke took over from Leeds in 2024.
Tactical team formation
Manchester City adopts a 4-2-3-1 formation to maximize possession, with Bernardo Silva dictating the pace in midfield. Essa configuration allows for fast transitions, exploiting the speed of Doku at the ends.
Leeds responds with a compact 4-3-3, prioritizing high marking to contain Haaland. Ampadu and Gruev form the defensive base in the middle sector, aiming for counterattacks via James.
Guardiola has tweaked the defense following injuries, inserting Gvardiol alongside Dias for greater solidity. Farke, in turn, maintains Struijk as a central pillar, despite recent weaknesses.
Recent clash history
Manchester City have won their last four games against Leeds in the Premier League, scoring 16 goals in that period. The most recent score, in May 2023, ended 2-1 for the Citizens in the Etihad.
In 110 total duels, City has 49 wins against 43 for Leeds, with 18 draws. The clashes in Manchester favor the home team, with 25 wins in 50 matches.
Leeds surprised in 2021 with a 1-0 away, but since then, City has dominated with elastic scores, like the 7-0 in 2021.
These numbers reinforce the recent superiority, but Leeds seeks to break the sequence amid the fight for permanence.
Results of the last five Manchester City games
The Citizens are coming from stumbles that undermined their unbeaten record at home. Na Premier League, lost 2-1 to Newcastle on November 22, with a goal from Dias insufficient for the comeback.
On the 26th, they fell 2-0 to Bayer Leverkusen in Champions League, exposing defensive flaws. Antes, beat Bournemouth 3-1 on November 2nd.
On November 9, they beat Liverpool 2-0 in the league, with Doku shining. On the 5th, they drew 1-1 with Dortmund in Europa.
These results show an oscillating team, with a vulnerable defense in away games.
Leeds United recent performance
Leeds has accumulated five defeats in the last six games in Premier League. On 23 November, they lost 2-1 to Aston Villa at home, with Nmecha opening the scoring.
On 9 November, they drew 1-1 with Nottingham Forest away. On October 24th, they fell 2-0 to Burnley.
Previously, they beat West Ham 2-1 in October, but stumbled to Brighton 1-0. Esses numbers indicate a fragile defense, with 22 goals conceded in 12 rounds.
The negative sequence puts pressure on Farke, who prioritizes adjustments in midfield to contain City.
Where to watch live and streaming options
The match Manchester City x Leeds United can be watched on international broadcasts. No Reino Unido, the game at 3pm GMT is not shown live due to the 3pm blackout rule, but the audio is on BBC
On Estados Unidos, Peacock will broadcast the duel starting at 10am ET. No Canadá, DAZN covers the match with narration in English and French.
For Brasil, options include streaming services like Star+ or pay-per-view platforms, starting at 9am on Brasília. Verifique local availability for online access.
Weather conditions at Etihad
The weather in Manchester this Saturday predicts intermittent rain during the game, with temperatures around 7°C at 12pm local time. Humidity reaches 100%, and winds of up to 20 km/h can influence intersections.
Forecast indicates precipitation of 13 mm throughout the day, with clouds covering 100% of the sky. Visibilidade is 7 km away, with no risk of fog.
These cold and wet conditions favor a more physical game, testing the teams’ adaptation to the wet pitch.
Featured players and predictions
Erling Phil Foden complements with assists, while for Leeds, Nmecha appears as an offensive hope.
Predictions point to Manchester City winning 3-1, considering the home record and Leeds’s visiting crisis. Especialistas see over 2.5 goals, given the average of 3 goals per game from Citizens in Etihad.
Other highlights include Rodon defending Leeds, who will face constant pressure, and Bernardo Silva controlling the game.
Curiosities and tickets available
The Etihad Stadium, home of the City since 2003, has a capacity for 53 thousand fans. Ingressos for the game range from £50 to £150, with online sales via the club’s official website.
Haaland, born in Leeds, has a history against his former childhood team, scoring in past duels. City won five straight home games in the league, adding 16-2 on the scoreboard.
Leeds, promoted in 2025, faces City for the first time since returning to the elite, reviving Inglaterra’s classic northern rivalry.
These elements add layers to the confrontation, mixing tradition and current pressure.
