Jesse Marsch’s side take on the Premier League champions at Elland Road on December 28. Domestic football is currently on hiatus for the FIFA finals in Qatar.
Christmas is currently 30 days away, meaning there are 33 days left for Leeds United supporters to return to the stands watching their club in action.
The Yorkshire side return to competitive action after the World Cup break on December 28 when they welcome Manchester City to Elland Road. It will be the first of two games before the New Year and the opening of the January transfer window. The early stages after the break will almost feel like the start of a new season and it will be fascinating to see how the form and fortunes change for many of the top teams in English football.
Here, we take a look at Leeds United’s first nine Premier League games after the World Cup break, taking us right through to the end of February and previewing the fixtures. We’ll take a look at how the teams performed, which individuals to watch out for and which games could be crucial for Jesse Marsch’s side at the end of the campaign. Here are Leeds United’s first nine Premier League games after the World Cup break with Manchester City, Newcastle United and West Ham up front:
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- 1 1. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 12: Erling Haaland of Manchester City warms up before the Premier League match between Manchester City and Brentford FC at Etihad Stadium on November 12, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
- 2 2. Manchester City (H, December 28)
- 3 3. Newcastle United (A, 31 December)
- 4 4. West Ham United (H, January 4)
1. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 12: Erling Haaland of Manchester City warms up before the Premier League match between Manchester City and Brentford FC at Etihad Stadium on November 12, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
Manchester City are top of the table for Leeds United when the Premier League returns next month
2. Manchester City (H, December 28)
As tough a comeback as you could ask for, but the reigning champions have shown their vulnerability this season, especially after their last result where they lost 2-1 to Brentford. The dangerous man, of course, will be Erling Haaland.
3. Newcastle United (A, 31 December)
Things don’t get much easier as Leeds travel to high-flying Newcastle on New Year’s Eve. Miguel Almiron has been in fantastic form for the North East this season and will be one to keep an eye on.
4. West Ham United (H, January 4)
Just one point separates Leeds from the Hammers at the break, so their first game of 2023 will be a big one. A win would likely move them up the table and put huge pressure on the London side in the relegation battle.
