"Manchester United's trip to Elland Road to face Leeds United on Sunday carries more significance than just three points as both teams want to start 2026 on a high. United arrive in mixed form after finishing 2025 with a 1-1 draw at home to Wolves, a result that frustrated fans and exposed lingering defensive issues despite moments of attacking promise."
"Leeds, by contrast, have been enjoying a resurgence under manager Daniel Farke, going six league games unbeaten and showing more resilience than earlier in the season. Their recent form has taken them clear of immediate danger, and their home performances, with goals in seven straight matches at Elland Road, have given supporters renewed confidence. The history between United and Leeds adds an extra edge to Sunday's clash."
"Injury and availability issues are a major talking point ahead of this fixture. For United, Ruben Amorim has a lengthy list of absentees. Key figures such as Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Mason Mount, Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt are all still sidelined with injuries, and trio Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui are away at the Africa Cup of Nations. Amorim confirmed during his pre-match press conference that he does not expect any of his injured stars to be fit f"
Manchester United arrive at Elland Road with mixed form after finishing 2025 with a 1-1 draw at home to Wolves that frustrated fans and exposed lingering defensive issues despite attacking promise. United have taken only three points from matches against Everton, West Ham, Bournemouth and Wolves, leaving them sixth and needing greater consistency to challenge for a top-four spot. Leeds have gone six league games unbeaten under Daniel Farke and have scored in seven straight home matches, moving clear of immediate danger and boosting supporter confidence. Injuries and AFCON absences have left United without multiple key players, and the manager does not expect those injured to be fit.
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