Leeds United U21 and Stoke City U21 face each other in an official match of the 2025/26 Premier League 2 U23 season. The game takes place at LNER Community Stadium on Friday, 16/01/2026, at 13:00 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for Leeds United U21 vs Stoke City U21, based on detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

APWin predictions for Leeds United U21 vs Stoke City U21

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No BTTS 1st Half

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👉 Our prediction is: Leeds United U21 win or draw

The home team is usually a safe bet in the Double Chance market, and that is no different in the upcoming match. Our top tip is to bet a Leeds United U21 win or draw against Stoke City U21.

Our analysis of Leeds United U21 points to them being the superior side, which is why they have a strong chance to win the match outright. And with the added benefit of needing only a draw at home against Stoke City U21, their chances of cashing in the 1X Double Chance bet grow even stronger.

👉 Our prediction is: Stoke City U21 to win the 1st half

Stoke City U21 is a tough opponent to face, particularly away from home. They have enough dangerous attacking weapons to deal some damage up front, while the defence is quite solid as well.

It would not be a shock if they come in and give their hosts Leeds United U21 a bit of a scare in the early going.

That is why we recommend taking Stoke City U21 to win the first half.

Leeds United U21 preview

Leeds United U21 comes into the match having played 9 games in the Premier League 2 U23 so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, with an average of 1.56 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 4 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses.

Leeds United U21's attack has scored 20 goals during this period. Out of this total, 17 goals were scored in the Premier League 2 U23, averaging 1.89 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.67.

The offense system of Leeds United U21 is led by Harry Gray as the top scorer of the season. The english midfielder has scored 5 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Alfie Cresswell, who has contributed with 2 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 13 goals with an average of 1.44 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 24 goals conceded in 12 matches, resulting in an average of 2.

Stoke City U21 preview

On the other hand, Stoke City U21 comes into the match having played 9 games in the Premier League 2 U23 so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 4 draws, and 1 losses, with an average of 1.78 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 4 wins, 4 draws, and 1 losses.

Stoke City U21's attack has scored 17 goals during this period. Out of this total, 17 goals were scored in the Premier League 2 U23, averaging 1.89 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.89.

The offense system of Stoke City U21 is led by Favour Fawunmi as the top scorer of the season. The english midfielder has scored 6 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Laurence Giani, who has contributed with 5 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 13 goals with an average of 1.44 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 13 goals conceded in 9 matches, resulting in an average of 1.44.

Head to head: Leeds United U21 vs Stoke City U21

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

Leeds United U21 Team Logo

Leeds United U21

England - Premier League 2 Division One U23

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L D D W

1.56

Home L D W L

1

Away W D L W W

2

Away Team

Stoke City U21 Team Logo

Stoke City U21

England - Premier League 2 Division One U23

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall D D W W W

1.78

Home D W W L

1.75

Away D W W D D

1.8

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Published on 16 January 2026, at 08:28 Last updated on 16 January 2026, at 08:28
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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