Liverpool vs Leeds: Match Preview, Kickoff Time, Team News & H2H

Liverpool vs Leeds United is scheduled for Saturday, December 12, 2026, at Anfield, with kickoff at 3:00 PM GMT (10:00 AM EST). The Premier League fixture follows two draws between the clubs during the 2025–26 league season. Liverpool will be looking to make home advantage count, while Leeds will hope to remain unbeaten against the Reds in competitive meetings for a third consecutive game.

For fans in the United States, Premier League matches are available through NBC, USA Network, and Peacock. However, the specific US broadcast assignment for Liverpool vs Leeds has not been confirmed as of November 11, 2026. Kickoff and viewing arrangements could still change.

Liverpool vs Leeds Match Details

The upcoming fixture appears on the

official Liverpool match schedule

, with the following details:

Match Information	Details
Fixture	Liverpool vs Leeds United
Competition	Premier League 2026–27
Match Date	Saturday, December 12, 2026
Kickoff Time (UK)	3:00 PM GMT
Kickoff Time (USA)	10:00 AM EST
Stadium	Anfield
Location	Liverpool, England
Home Team	Liverpool FC
Away Team	Leeds United
USA Broadcast	To be confirmed

The match takes place at Liverpool’s home stadium, where Leeds earned a goalless draw on their previous Premier League visit on January 1, 2026.

Where to Watch Liverpool vs Leeds in the USA

American fans can follow Premier League action through NBCUniversal’s television and streaming services. According to the

2026–27 Premier League viewing information

all 380 league matches are covered across NBC, USA Network, and Peacock.

The main English-language viewing options include:

• NBC: Broadcasts selected Premier League fixtures.
• USA Network: Carries live coverage of selected league matches.
• Peacock: Streams Premier League games, with live availability depending on the match schedule.

The exact channel or streaming assignment for December 12 remains unconfirmed as of November 11, 2026. Fans should check updated listings closer to kickoff rather than assume the game will appear on a particular service.

Outside the United States, viewing options depend on local Premier League broadcasting agreements.

Liverpool vs Leeds Match Preview and Recent Form

Liverpool and Leeds entered the November international break with contrasting strengths. Liverpool had scored more goals and earned more points, while Leeds had allowed fewer goals across their opening 10 league matches.

Liverpool’s Recent Premier League Form

Liverpool sat fourth in the Premier League with 18 points after 10 matches.

Their record stood at five wins, three draws, and two defeats, with 14 goals scored and 10 conceded. That left them with a goal difference of +4.

Liverpool won three of their previous five league games, but two defeats during that period showed they were still searching for greater consistency.

At Anfield, the Reds will want to create better scoring opportunities than they managed against Leeds in January 2026. Their attacking options give them plenty to work with, although Leeds’ early-season defensive record suggests this may not be a straightforward matchup.

Leeds United’s Recent Premier League Form

Leeds occupied ninth place with 14 points from their first 10 Premier League fixtures.

They had three victories, five draws, and two defeats, scoring 10 goals and conceding eight.

Leeds managed just one victory in their previous five league matches. Even so, their defensive numbers were encouraging, with fewer goals conceded than Liverpool over the same opening 10-game period.

Five draws also underline how frequently Leeds have stayed competitive without securing all three points. Turning those close encounters into wins remains an area for improvement.

Liverpool vs Leeds Form Comparison

The figures below reflect the

Premier League standings and team records

available on November 11, 2026.

Premier League Stats	Liverpool	Leeds United
League Position	4th	9th
Matches Played	10	10
Wins	5	3
Draws	3	5
Losses	2	2
Goals Scored	14	10
Goals Conceded	10	8
Goal Difference	+4	+2
Points	18	14

These statistics are a November 2026 snapshot and will change as the season progresses.

Liverpool’s four-point advantage reflects their stronger results so far. Leeds, meanwhile, have been more economical defensively. Whether they can maintain that resistance at Anfield will be one of the main questions heading into the game.

Liverpool vs Leeds Head-to-Head Results

Recent Liverpool vs Leeds head-to-head meetings have been closely contested. Both Premier League encounters in the 2025–26 season ended level, although their August 2026 preseason meeting produced a clear winner.

Date	Fixture	Result	Competition
August 2, 2026	Liverpool vs Leeds	2–4	Friendly
January 1, 2026	Liverpool vs Leeds	0–0	Premier League
December 6, 2025	Leeds vs Liverpool	3–3	Premier League

What Happened in Their Previous Meetings?

On December 6, 2025, Leeds recovered twice to earn a dramatic

3–3 Premier League draw against Liverpool

at Elland Road.

Hugo Ekitiké scored twice for Liverpool before Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Anton Stach brought Leeds level. Dominik Szoboszlai restored Liverpool’s lead, but Ao Tanaka struck in stoppage time to rescue a point for the home side.

The teams met again on January 1, 2026, when their

Premier League encounter at Anfield ended 0–0

.

Liverpool controlled 68.3% of possession and registered 19 shots, but only four were on target. Leeds defended resolutely and prevented the hosts from finding a breakthrough.

Their most recent meeting came in an August 2026 friendly at Soldier Field in Chicago. Leeds overturned a two-goal deficit to win 4–2, with Brenden Aaronson, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and Sean Longstaff among the scorers. Calvert-Lewin scored twice, as recorded in the

Liverpool preseason match report

.

That result adds context to the rivalry, though preseason matches are not directly comparable with competitive Premier League fixtures.

Liverpool vs Leeds Team News and Possible Lineups

Official starting lineups for December 12 have not been announced. As of November 11, 2026, there are also no sufficiently verified match-specific injury or suspension updates to establish which players will miss the fixture.

Both clubs have matches to play before their meeting, so fitness, suspensions, and recent performances could influence the final team selections.

Liverpool Team News and Potential Starters

Liverpool’s lineup will depend on player availability, current form, and tactical decisions.

Virgil van Dijk, Dominik Szoboszlai, Florian Wirtz, and Hugo Ekitiké are among the players to watch, assuming they are available for selection.

Ekitiké is especially relevant after scoring twice against Leeds in December 2025. His movement and finishing could provide Liverpool with an important attacking outlet if he features again.

A reliable full predicted Liverpool XI cannot yet be established without more recent team news.

Leeds United Team News and Potential Starters

Leeds’ starting lineup will also depend on fitness reports, suspensions, and performances in the weeks leading up to the match.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Brenden Aaronson, Anton Stach, and Ao Tanaka are among the players worth monitoring.

Calvert-Lewin, Stach, and Tanaka all scored during the December 2025 league draw. Calvert-Lewin then added two goals against Liverpool in the August 2026 friendly.

Those contributions show how Leeds have troubled Liverpool in previous encounters, although past performances do not guarantee a starting place in December.

Official starting lineups are normally announced around one hour before kickoff.

Key Tactical Matchups to Watch

Liverpool’s attacking approach and Leeds’ defensive performances in previous meetings offer several clues about how the December fixture could unfold.

Liverpool’s attacking pressure: Liverpool controlled much of the January 2026 meeting but failed to score despite taking 19 shots. Generating clearer chances, rather than relying on shot volume alone, could make a difference this time.

Leeds’ defensive organization: With only eight goals conceded in their opening 10 league games of 2026–27, Leeds have shown an ability to limit opponents. Staying compact and preventing Liverpool from finding space between the lines could be particularly important at Anfield.

Counterattacks and transitions: If Liverpool push players forward, Leeds may find opportunities to attack the spaces left behind. Quick passing and well-timed runs could help the visitors create chances, depending on their eventual personnel and formation.

Set pieces: Corners and free kicks may offer both teams another route to goal, especially if neither side creates many clear opportunities from open play.

Liverpool’s stronger early-season attacking record and home advantage give their supporters reasons for confidence. However, Leeds’ two league draws against the Reds last season demonstrate their ability to compete in this matchup.

Both teams still have several fixtures before December 12, making their form and player availability closer to kickoff important factors.

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