Oxford vs Leeds Prediction – Championship
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Here you find the best prediction for Oxford vs Leeds in the Championship, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent performances and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Oxford and Leeds.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Oxford vs Leeds
The best prediction for Oxford vs Leeds in the Championship is that both teams will score. Both clubs typically engage in matches filled with excitement and chances. Therefore, we anticipate a hard-fought contest with opportunities for goals at both ends.
Match preview: Oxford vs Leeds
Oxford and Leeds will meet at The Kassam Stadium for the 43rd round of the Championship. The last encounter saw Leeds United triumph at home with a convincing 4-0 victory on 21 December 2024. Interestingly, while this match features the 18th and 2nd placed teams in the overall standings, it highlights a more competitive scenario between the 12th ranked in home matches and the 3rd ranked in away games.
Team analysis: Oxford
The home side currently sits in 18th position with 45 points, having achieved 12 wins, 12 draws, and 18 losses. They recently lost at home to Queens Park Rangers (1-3) but managed a narrow away victory against Sheffield Wednesday (1-0) in their previous match. Oxford performs distinctly better at home, gathering 35 points from their home fixtures compared to just 10 points from away games. In their last 10 home matches, they secured 6 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, earning 19 points from a possible 30. Although their defending has been shaky, conceding in 7 of their last 10 games, their attack has been reliably scoring, with goals in 8 of those matches. Furthermore, in the 42 matches played, they have only managed to turn around the score twice in the 19 games where they fell behind first.
Oxford United heads into this match after a recent victory of 0-1 against Sheffield Wednesday, with Sam Long netting the only goal. The team typically adopts a 4-3-3 formation, favouring a more cautious style of play. Key attacking players include Tyler Goodrham, Stanley Mills, and Tom Bradshaw, while midfielder Alex Matos plays a vital role in orchestrating their offensive efforts. The squad will, however, miss the services of Ciaron Brown, Matt Phillips, and Elliott Moore due to injury concerns.
Team analysis: Leeds
With a record of 25 wins, 13 draws, and 4 losses, the visiting team currently occupies 2nd place, boasting 85 points. In their last outing, they overcame Preston North End 2-1 at home, and prior to that, they won against Middlesbrough (1-0) on the road. Leeds demonstrates an impressive performance irrespective of venue, with similar point tallies at home and away. They have scored 51 goals and conceded 12 at home, while away their tally stands at 31 goals scored and 17 conceded. In the Championship, Leeds claimed 19 points from the last 10 matches played away, recording 5 wins, 4 draws, and a single loss. Despite conceding in 8 of their last 10 matches, their attack remains consistent, finding the back of the net in 9 of those fixtures. Notably, their away games show a trend of low scoring, with fewer than 3 goals in 15 of their last 21 matches. In 42 games, they have only managed to overturn the score in 2 of the 12 matches where they conceded first.
Leeds United comes into this contest with a recent victory against Preston, where goals were provided by Manor Solomon and Jayden Bogle. The team usually adopts a 4-3-3 tactical structure focused on an attacking style, utilising rapid advances along the flanks. Key attacking figures include Wilfried Gnonto, Manor Solomon, and Joel Piroe, with the right flank often benefitting from the overlaps of Jayden Bogle. The team will be missing Joe Rothwell, Daniel James, and Pascal Struijk due to injuries.
The best prediction for Oxford vs Leeds
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (live bet suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (live, double or triple bet suggestion)
Over 2.25 goals (risky prediction)
Over 2.25 goals