Leeds vs Crystal Palace takes place in Round 17 of the Premier League as Elland Road hosts a classic English top-flight showdown. Kick-off is set for 01:30 am (local time) on December 21, 2025, with cold winter conditions expected at around 5°C, adding an extra physical edge to the contest.
Leeds return home looking to stabilize their league position after a run of mixed results, while Crystal Palace arrive in stronger form and with renewed confidence following several positive performances. With both sides capable of scoring but also vulnerable defensively, this fixture could be finely balanced.
Match Overview – Leeds vs Crystal Palace
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Leeds United vs Crystal Palace |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Matchweek | Round 17 |
| Date & Kick-Off | December 21, 2025 – 01:30 |
| Venue | Elland Road |
| City | Leeds, West Yorkshire, England |
| Capacity | 37,645 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 5°C – Cold |
Leeds are expected to lean on home intensity and wing-back energy, while Palace may look to stay compact and exploit transitions through Mateta and Nketiah.
Match Overview – Leeds vs Crystal Palace
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Leeds United vs Crystal Palace |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Matchweek | Round 17 |
| Date & Kick-Off | December 21, 2025 – 01:30 |
| Venue | Elland Road |
| City | Leeds, West Yorkshire, England |
| Capacity | 37,645 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 5°C – Cold |
Leeds are expected to lean on home intensity and wing-back energy, while Palace may look to stay compact and exploit transitions through Mateta and Nketiah.
Crystal Palace – Last 5 Matches
| Match | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KuPS | 2–2 | Draw |
| 2 | Manchester City | 0–3 | Loss |
| 3 | Shelbourne | 3–0 | Win |
| 4 | Fulham | 2–1 | Win |
| 5 | Burnley | 1–0 | Win |
Crystal Palace show greater stability, winning three of their last five and conceding fewer goals overall.
Head-to-Head – Leeds vs Crystal Palace (Last 5 Meetings)
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2023 | Leeds United | 1–5 | Crystal Palace | Loss |
| Oct 9, 2022 | Crystal Palace | 2–1 | Leeds United | Loss |
| Apr 25, 2022 | Leeds United | 0–0 | Crystal Palace | Draw |
| Nov 30, 2021 | Leeds United | 1–0 | Crystal Palace | Win |
| Feb 8, 2021 | Leeds United | 2–0 | Crystal Palace | Win |
Overall (last 5):
- Leeds United wins: 2
- Crystal Palace wins: 2
- Draws: 1
The recent history shows a balanced rivalry, though Palace dominated the most recent meeting at Elland Road.
Top Scorers
- Leeds United: Dominic Calvert-Lewin – 5 goals (14 matches)
- Crystal Palace: Jean-Philippe Mateta – 7 goals (16 matches)
Both forwards are focal points for their teams and could decide the outcome with limited chances.
Predicted Lineups – Leeds vs Crystal Palace
| Position | Leeds United (5-3-2) | Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1) |
|---|---|---|
| GK | Lucas Perri | Dean Henderson |
| CB | Joe Rodon | Chris Richards |
| CB | Jaka Bijol | Maxence Lacroix |
| CB | Pascal Struijk | Marc Guéhi |
| RWB | Jayden Bogle | Nathaniel Clyne |
| LWB | Gabriel Gudmundsson | Tyrick Mitchell |
| CM | Ao Tanaka | Will Hughes |
| CM | Ethan Ampadu | Adam Wharton |
| CM | Anton Stach | — |
| ST | Dominic Calvert-Lewin | Jean-Philippe Mateta |
| ST | Noah Okafor | Edward Nketiah |
| AM | — | Yéremi Pino |
Final lineups will be confirmed approximately one hour before kick-off.
Predicted Lineups – Leeds vs Crystal Palace
| Position | Leeds United (5-3-2) | Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1) |
|---|---|---|
| GK | Lucas Perri | Dean Henderson |
| CB | Joe Rodon | Chris Richards |
| CB | Jaka Bijol | Maxence Lacroix |
| CB | Pascal Struijk | Marc Guéhi |
| RWB | Jayden Bogle | Nathaniel Clyne |
| LWB | Gabriel Gudmundsson | Tyrick Mitchell |
| CM | Ao Tanaka | Will Hughes |
| CM | Ethan Ampadu | Adam Wharton |
| CM | Anton Stach | — |
| ST | Dominic Calvert-Lewin | Jean-Philippe Mateta |
| ST | Noah Okafor | Edward Nketiah |
| AM | — | Yéremi Pino |
Final lineups will be confirmed approximately one hour before kick-off.
Statistical Projection – Leeds vs Crystal Palace
| Metric | Leeds United | Crystal Palace |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Shots on Target | 4–6 | 4–6 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.2–1.5 | 1.3–1.6 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 26% | 31% |
| Corners | 5–7 | 4–6 |
| Most Likely Scorer | Calvert-Lewin | Mateta |
Prediction Summary – Leeds vs Crystal Palace
Why Leeds Could Win
- Strong home atmosphere at Elland Road
- Physical presence of Calvert-Lewin
- Wing-back pressure creating overloads
- Ability to score against top teams
Why Crystal Palace Could Win
- Better recent form and defensive balance
- Mateta’s consistency in front of goal
- Strong center-back trio
- Effective counter-attacking setup
This match looks evenly matched, with Leeds’ intensity meeting Palace’s organization. A draw appears the most realistic outcome, though fine margins could swing it either way.
Final Score Prediction : Leeds United 1–1 Crystal Palace
Likely Scorers:
- Dominic Calvert-Lewin
- Jean-Philippe Mateta
Confidence Levels:
- Draw – 38%
- Crystal Palace Win – 34%
- Leeds United Win – 28%
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Betting Insight
This fixture projects as tight and physical rather than high-scoring.
Bet Tips: Under 3.5 Goals
Best Value Bet: Correct Score 1–1
Best Player Bet: Jean-Philippe Mateta to Score Anytime
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FAQs – Leeds vs Crystal Palace Match
1.What time is Leeds vs Crystal Palace in Premier League Round 17?
The match kicks off at 01:30 local time on December 21, 2025.
2.Where is Leeds vs Crystal Palace being played?
At Elland Road, Leeds, England.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Dominic Calvert-Lewin for Leeds and Jean-Philippe Mateta for Crystal Palace.
4.What is the recent head-to-head record like?
The last five meetings are evenly split, with two wins each and one draw.
5.What is the predicted score for Leeds vs Crystal Palace?
The forecast suggests a closely contested 1–1 draw.
