Leeds United 2-1 Sunderland

Current streaks

Recent form

Leeds United

Leeds United have been in impressive form recently, sitting atop the Championship table with 69 points from 32 games. The Whites have won four of their last six matches, including a remarkable 7-0 thrashing of Cardiff City, which stands out as a particularly high-scoring game. Their defensive record has been exceptional, keeping five clean sheets in their last six outings and conceding only two goals during this period. Leeds have been prolific in attack as well, netting 15 times in their last six games, averaging 2.5 goals per match. Interestingly, both teams have failed to score in any of Leeds' last six matches, with 67% of these games seeing under 2.5 goals. The team's recent form has been slightly marred by a 2-0 FA Cup defeat to Millwall, but they bounced back immediately with a convincing 4-0 away win against Watford in the Championship.

Sunderland

Sunderland are in fine form, sitting fourth in the Championship table and currently enjoying an impressive nine-game unbeaten run. The Black Cats have shown remarkable consistency in their recent fixtures, alternating between wins and draws in their last six matches. They have been particularly solid defensively, keeping three clean sheets and conceding only one goal per game on average. Sunderland's attacking prowess is evident, netting 10 goals in their last six outings, with a notable 3-2 away victory against Middlesbrough standing out as a high-scoring encounter. Their ability to avoid defeat and maintain a positive goal difference (+4) has been crucial in their push for promotion, with the team demonstrating resilience in tight matches, as evidenced by the even split between games with over and under 2.5 goals.

Recent home/away form

Leeds United

Leeds United have been in impressive form at home, securing four consecutive victories before their recent FA Cup defeat to Millwall. The Whites have been particularly dominant in Championship matches, with a standout 7-0 thrashing of Cardiff City showcasing their attacking prowess. Their defensive record has been equally impressive, keeping four clean sheets in their last six home games. Leeds have been clinical in front of goal, netting 14 times in these fixtures, while conceding only three. Despite their recent cup setback, Leeds' home form has been crucial to their league success, as they currently sit atop the Championship table. The team's ability to keep matches low-scoring is evident, with 67% of their recent home games featuring fewer than 2.5 goals, although the Cardiff result demonstrates their potential for high-scoring affairs.

Sunderland

Sunderland have shown impressive form away from home, with a current run of three unbeaten matches on the road, including two consecutive wins. Their away record features a mix of high-scoring encounters and tight defensive displays, with two clean sheets in their last six away games. The Black Cats have been particularly prolific in front of goal, netting nine times in these six matches, including a thrilling 3-2 victory over Middlesbrough in their most recent away fixture. This attacking prowess is balanced by a solid defence, conceding just over one goal per game on average. Sunderland's ability to both score and keep clean sheets away from home has contributed significantly to their current fourth-place position in the Championship, demonstrating their potential as promotion contenders.