Michael Owen predicts outcome between Leeds United v Man Utd
Leeds United will face rivals Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday (20 February) at Elland Road, and it’s expected to be a cracking contest.
The Whites are heading into this game on the back of a demoralizing 3-0 defeat against Everton. They are winless in their last three games in the Premier League.
Michael Owen feels that it’s going to be a thriller and Leeds will come up with a strong response. He predicts a 2-2 draw while writing on his column for Bet Victor.
Owen wrote: “The pressure is mounting on Marcelo Bielsa. It’s been a difficult season for them, and they were poor against Everton last week. I’m expecting a response here and the atmosphere for this should be brilliant. That will help the energy levels of the players on the pitch.
“United played well in spells in the win over Brighton. They’ve been creating chances in recent weeks, but they just haven’t been taking them. They’re back in the top four though and can still finish the season strongly.
“This should be a thriller; I’d expect goals here. I think Leeds will take the game to United and we’ll see goals at both ends. I’m going for a 2-2 draw at Elland Road.”
Massive game
The Red Devils are heading into this game on the back of a 2-0 win against Brighton.
However, it has been a disappointing campaign for them as well, as they have struggled for consistency throughout.
It is also a good time for Leeds to come up with a solid performance and pick up a crucial win and get their confidence back.
The Whites will face Liverpool and Tottenham next after this game, so they need to build some momentum.
So, how will Leeds approach this game? At home, they are expected to go all guns blazing with the atmosphere expected to be electrifying given the intense rivalry between the two clubs.
Leeds conceded five goals the last time they faced United, and they cannot leave their defence exposed once again. Stuart Dallas could return to action, and it will be interesting to see how Bielsa shapes his team up for this game.
It will be a special game for Daniel James who will face his former club for the first time since leaving them in the summer.
In other Leeds United news, the club are seriously considering one manager as Bielsa’s successor.