Manchester City U21 and Leeds United U21 face each other on Saturday 02.07.2026, at 19:00 (UK Time), in a Premier League 2 U23 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Manchester City U21's home ground, the Etihad Stadium.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Manchester City U21 and Leeds United U21, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Manchester City U21 vs Leeds United U21
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Manchester City U21 preview
Manchester City U21 heads into the match with the following record in the Premier League 2 U23: in 12 matches, Manchester City U21 secured 6 victories, 1 draws, and 5 losses, maintaining an average of 1.58 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Manchester City U21's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 7 victories so far.
Manchester City U21 has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 40 goals, of which 33 were scored in the Premier League 2 U23, resulting in an average of 2.75 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Matthew Warhurst, who has found the back of the net 5 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Ryan McAidoo has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, Manchester City U21 has conceded 19 goals in the Premier League 2 U23 (an average of 1.58 per game) and 27 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.8 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Leeds United U21 preview
Leeds United U21 comes into the game with 12 matches played so far in the Premier League 2 U23. They have secured 4 victories, 2 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.17 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 4 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses.
Leeds United's attack has been highly effective, scoring 21 goals during this period. Of that total, 18 were netted in the Premier League 2 U23, with an average of 1.5 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.4.
LUFC's offensive system is led by Harry Gray, the team's top scorer this season. The english midfielder has found the back of the net 5 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Alfie Cresswell. The defender has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 20 goals with an average of 1.67 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 31 goals in 15 matches, averaging 2.07 per match.
Head to head: Manchester City U21 vs Leeds United U21
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Manchester City U21
England - Premier League 2 Division One U23
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L W W L |
1.58 |
| Home | W W W D W |
2.6 |
| Away | W L W L L |
0.86 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 80% | 29% |
| Goals | 4.33 | 5.2 | 3.71 |
| Scored | 2.75 | 4.2 | 1.71 |
| Conceded | 1.58 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 60% | 71% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 40% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 0% | 29% |
| 1st to Score | 67% | 100% | 43% |
|
xG
|
1.97 | 2.07 | 1.89 |
|
xGA
|
1.03 | 0.85 | 1.17 |
Leeds United U21
England - Premier League 2 Division One U23
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L W L |
1.17 |
| Home | L L L D W |
0.67 |
| Away | L W D L W |
1.67 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 17% | 50% |
| Goals | 3.17 | 3 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 1 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 2 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 58% | 50% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 17% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 33% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 67% | 33% | 83% |
|
xG
|
1.09 | 1.18 | 1.01 |
|
xGA
|
1.59 | 1.35 | 1.83 |
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