Leeds United vs Middlesbrough Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Carabao Cup 2024-25

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Two Championship heavyweights will clash in the first round of the EFL Cup on Wednesday night, as Leeds United and Middlesbrough battle it out at Elland Road for a place in the second round draw. The Whites are coming into this match following a draw against Portsmouth FC, while Boro are looking to maintain their 100% record in competitive matches so far this season.

Leeds have plenty of pressure on their shoulders this time around, falling short in their bid to book an immediate Premier League return, daniel Farke’s men need to make an early statement at the start of the new season. Farke’s side will be relatively confident of advancing into the second round of the EFL Cup considering their excellent record at Elland Road.

Boro have rightfully received a string of plaudits from across the Championship, Although a midweek trip to Elland Road is a daunting task at the best of times. Carricks’s men will have to give their all in order to beat a tough Leeds side at their home ground. This will be an exciting match for sure.

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Kick-Off:

Wednesday, 14 Aug 2024 at 08:00 PM UK

Thursday, 15 Aug 2024 at 12:30 AM IST

Location: Elland Road

Form

Leeds United (in all competitions): D-W-W-L-W

Middlesbrough (in all competitions): W-W-D-W-W

Players to Watch

Patrick Bamford (Leeds United)

The Englishman is very good at pressing from forward areas, he is intelligent and knows who to close down and how to force turnovers in the opponent’s half. He links play, makes runs and drags opponents all over the pitch creating space for wide players. He is Leeds’s best goalscorer and his performance will be very important in the upcoming match.

Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough)

He is a strong and extremely frequent progressive passer who is unparalleled in terms of his accuracy. He inclines to progress upwards from his traditionally withdrawn position and push forward whether it be with or without the ball. he is an extremely proficient creator, also he is a great distributor of the ball is very proficient in tight spaces has good ball control and does not lose ball possession very easily. For Middlesbrough, he is a very important player.

Match Facts

• The winner of their last meeting was Leeds United.
• The average number of goals in meetings between Leeds United and Middlesbrough FC is 3.8.
• Middlesbrough’s last away win against Leeds United was in 2011.

Leeds United vs Middlesbrough: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Leeds United to win this match – 4/7 bet365
• Tip 2 – Patrick Bamford to score
• Tip 3 – Goals over 2.5

Injury and Team News

Leeds United don’t have any injury setbacks going into this fixture.

For Middlesbrough, Tommy Smith and Marcus Forss will not travel to Elland Road since both of them are injured, the rest of the players are fit and will be available for the match.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches: 103

Leeds United: 42

Middlesbrough: 32

Draws: 29

Predicted Lineups

Leeds United Predicted Lineup (4-5-1):

Darlow(GK); Bogle, Wober, Struijk, Byram; Rothwell, Crew, James, Aaronson, Piroe; Bamford

Middlesbrough Predicted Lineup (4-1-3-2):

Dieng(GK); Engel, Clarke, Berg, Ayling; Hackney; McGree, Morris, Jones; Lath, Azaz

Match Prediction for Leeds United vs Middlesbrough

Two sides will be looking to extend their respective EFL Cup adventures on Wednesday night, this will be a heavyweight affair from Elland Road. Both teams have enough quality to give each other a tough time on the pitch but the home team will most probably win this upcoming fixture.

Prediction: Leeds United 3-1 Middlesbrough

Telecast for Leeds United vs Middlesbrough

India: Fancode

UK: Sky Sports and ITV

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: TBD

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