The Premier League returns to the fold with another round of matches this weekend as Leeds United lock horns with Steven Gerrard's Aston Villa side in an important clash at Elland Road on Sunday.
Leeds United vs Aston Villa Preview
Leeds United are currently in 11th place in the Premier League standings and have flattered to deceive so far this season. The hosts suffered a shock 5-2 defeat at the hands of Brentford in their previous game and will need to bounce back this weekend.
Aston Villa, on the other hand, are in 15th place in the league table at the moment and have been plagued by inconsistency this year. The away side edged Southampton to a crucial 1-0 victory before the international break and will look to achieve a similar result in this fixture.
Leeds United vs Aston Villa Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
Leeds United vs Aston Villa Prediction
Aston Villa have largely failed to meet expectations over the past year and have a point to prove this weekend. The away side rode its luck against Southampton last month and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.
Leeds United are a work in progress under Jesse Marsch and have a few issues to address in the coming weeks. Both teams are on an even footing at the moment and could play out a draw this weekend.
Prediction: Leeds United 1-1 Aston Villa
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Leeds United vs Aston Villa Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - No
Tip 3: Leeds United to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Ollie Watkins to score - Yes
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