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Leeds United vs Burnley – Match preview and team news
TL;DR
Leeds United hosts Burnley on Friday night, aiming for Premier League survival against the already-relegated Clarets. Leeds is unbeaten in their last five league matches, while Burnley struggles under interim management after recent relegation.
Key points
- Leeds United aims for Premier League survival
- Burnley is already relegated
- Leeds is unbeaten in their last five league matches
- Mike Jackson is the interim manager of Burnley
- Leeds has won their last five games against relegated sides
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Leeds United vs Burnley – Match preview and team news
Leeds United return to Elland Road on Friday night, looking to secure Premier League survival against already-relegated Burnley.
Daniel Farke’s side aim for back-to-back home victories following a difficult FA Cup semi-final loss at Wembley. They recently earned a hard-fought point against Bournemouth through Sean Longstaff’s late volley. Consequently, Leeds remain unbeaten in their last five Premier League matches. They have won each of their previous five games against already-relegated sides.
Burnley arrive under the interim charge of Mike Jackson following Scott Parker’s departure on Thursday. The Clarets suffered relegation last week after a narrow 1-0 defeat to title-chasing Manchester City. They have won just one of their last 25 Premier League fixtures. However, nine of their last 13 points earned have come away from home.
Leeds United vs Burnley – Match preview and team news
- Date: Friday, 1 May 2026
- Kick-off: 20:00 BST
- Venue: Elland Road, Leeds
- Referee: Thomas Bramall
- VAR: Tim Wood
- Last Meeting: Burnley 2-0 Leeds United (18 October 2025, Premier League)
Team news
Leeds United
Daniel Farke confirmed that left-back Gabriel Gudmundsson faces a spell on the sidelines with a hamstring injury. and both picked up knocks during the cup battle on Sunday afternoon. That said, the boss remains hopeful both players will be available for Friday’s clash. and provide crucial depth in the squad for the hosts.
Q&A
What is the significance of the Leeds United vs Burnley match?
The match is crucial for Leeds United as they seek to secure their Premier League status against Burnley, who have already been relegated.
Who is managing Burnley after Scott Parker's departure?
Mike Jackson is currently the interim manager of Burnley following Scott Parker's exit.
How have Leeds United performed against relegated teams recently?
Leeds United has won their last five matches against teams that have already been relegated.