Arsenal will host Leeds on 10 October as the sixth round of the English Premier League gets under way, with the home side expected to respond to their first defeat of the season.
Mikel Arteta’s team suffered a surprise 3-0 loss away to Brighton in their final match before the international break. Arsenal produced an unconvincing performance, but the result was their first setback of the campaign.
Despite that defeat, Arsenal remain second in the table after five matches. The Gunners have collected 12 points and are among the leading teams in the early stages of the season.
Leeds also enter the fixture in a strong position. Daniel Farke’s side were held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace at home in their previous league match, but they remain unbeaten after five games.
Leeds have recorded two wins and three draws, giving them nine points. That record has placed them fifth in the table, a position higher than is usual for the club.
The teams’ recent form provides contrasting signs ahead of the meeting. Arsenal had won seven matches in succession before losing to Brighton, while Leeds have been beaten only once in their past eight games.
Arsenal have also enjoyed the better overall record in this fixture. The clubs have met 129 times, with Arsenal winning 55 of those matches. Leeds have recorded 41 victories, while the remaining 33 encounters ended in draws.
Bookmakers regard Arsenal as the favourites to win at home, although Leeds’ unbeaten start means the visitors are expected to provide a difficult test.
The prediction is for Arsenal to claim three points, but the match is expected to be closely contested.