Leeds United host arch-rivals Manchester United in the eagerly anticipated War of the Roses clash at Elland Road on Sunday afternoon.
Daniel Farke’s high-flying Whites aim to climb into the Premier League top five with a memorable home victory.
Manchester United arrive languishing in 14th position with manager Michael Carrick facing intense pressure to arrest a five-match winless slide.
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Match Details
| Fixture | Leeds United vs Manchester United (The War of the Roses) |
| Competition | Premier League 2026-27 (Matchday 7) |
| Date | Sunday, October 18, 2026 |
| Kickoff Time | 2:00 PM BST (UK) / 6:30 PM IST / 9:00 AM ET (USA) |
| Venue | Elland Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire |
Team News And Verified Injury Updates
Manchester United face a significant attacking blow with marquee forward Benjamin Sesko officially ruled out due to an ongoing injury.
England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo and defender Luke Shaw remain serious doubts, with both requiring late fitness assessments after missing training.
Head coach Michael Carrick confirmed that Argentine centre-back Lisandro Martinez remains fully fit and available, dismissing external transfer speculation linking him with Barcelona.
With Sesko sidelined, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo are expected to carry the goal-scoring burden alongside captain Bruno Fernandes.
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