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Arsenal vs Leeds Stats: Head-to-head Record and Past Meetings

Arsenal host Leeds at Emirates Stadium in London on 10 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 11:30 UTC in the Premier League Regular Season - 6. The fixture brings together two sides who have started the 2026 campaign strongly: Arsenal sit 2nd in the table with 12 points from 5 matches, while Leeds are 5th on 9 points, both in the early battle for European positions.

With Arsenal pushing for the Champions League league phase and Leeds currently tracking towards the Europa League league phase, the stakes are significant even at this stage of the season. Supporters looking into Arsenal vs Leeds stats will see a home side boasting a perfect home record so far, up against an unbeaten Leeds team overall, setting up a compelling tactical contest at Emirates Stadium.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a clear Arsenal edge in recent Premier League meetings between these clubs.

  • Previous meetings: 5
  • Arsenal wins: 4
  • Draws: 0
  • Leeds wins: 1

Arsenal vs Leeds Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Arsenal vs Leeds timeline from the available Premier League clashes, the pattern has been dominated by Arsenal, particularly at Emirates Stadium. The earliest match in this sequence came on 8 May 2022 in the Premier League Regular Season - 36, when Arsenal defeated Leeds 2-1 at Emirates Stadium after leading 2-0 at half-time. That result underlined Arsenal’s attacking threat at home and set the tone for subsequent encounters in London.

On 16 October 2022, the sides met at Elland Road in Premier League Regular Season - 11. Leeds were at home but Arsenal again prevailed, winning 1-0 after going into the break 1-0 up. Arsenal’s ability to manage the game away from home and protect a narrow lead reinforced their control in this fixture. The return at Emirates Stadium on 1 April 2023 in Premier League Regular Season - 29 followed a similar script: Arsenal beat Leeds 4-1, turning a 1-0 half-time advantage into a comprehensive victory.

The 2025–26 Premier League season has already produced two meetings between the clubs. On 23 August 2025 in Regular Season - 2, Arsenal dismantled Leeds 5-0 at Emirates Stadium, leading 2-0 at half-time and extending their dominance in North London. Leeds did respond at Elland Road on 31 January 2026 in Regular Season - 24, winning 4-0 after a 2-0 half-time lead, a statement home performance that broke Arsenal’s winning run in this mini-series and rebalanced some of the psychological dynamic ahead of the upcoming clash. This concise Arsenal vs Leeds timeline highlights a rivalry where home advantage has usually told, but with Leeds now having their own emphatic win on record.

Arsenal vs Leeds Head to Head Overall Breakdown

Across these five recent Premier League meetings, Arsenal have generally been the more productive side in both results and goals, though Leeds’ latest win has narrowed the margins slightly.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Arsenal 15 - 6 Leeds
  • Average Goals per Match: Arsenal 3.00 vs Leeds 1.20

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Emirates Stadium: 3 matches played here — Arsenal won 3 (as home side), Leeds won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
  • At Elland Road: 2 matches played here — Leeds won 1 (as home side), Arsenal won 1 (as away side), 0 draws

Arsenal vs Leeds Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Arsenal vs Leeds last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 31 January 2026: Leeds 4-0 Arsenal (Half-time: 0-2) – Premier League
  • 23 August 2025: Arsenal 5-0 Leeds (Half-time: 2-0) – Premier League
  • 1 April 2023: Arsenal 4-1 Leeds (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League
  • 16 October 2022: Leeds 0-1 Arsenal (Half-time: 0-1) – Premier League
  • 8 May 2022: Arsenal 2-1 Leeds (Half-time: 2-0) – Premier League

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Arsenal Matches Results and Stats

Arsenal come into this fixture in strong league form season to date. They have played 5 Premier League matches in 2026, winning 4 and losing 1, with no draws. Offensively, Arsenal average 1.6 goals per match overall, rising to 2.5 goals per match at home, while conceding just 0.5 goals per game at Emirates Stadium. Three clean sheets in 5 fixtures underline a solid defensive structure, and a four-match winning streak earlier in the campaign shows they are capable of sustained momentum.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 0, Lose 1

Last 5 Leeds Matches Results and Stats

Leeds arrive unbeaten in the league season to date, with 2 wins and 3 draws from 5 matches. Their form line of WDDWD reflects a resilient side that is difficult to beat, supported by a defensive record of only 3 goals conceded (0.6 per match). Leeds score an average of 1.4 goals per game, with a balanced output of 1.7 at home and 1.0 away. Two clean sheets and no defeats suggest Leeds are well-organised, and their away numbers — 1 win and 1 draw from 2 trips, with just 1 goal conceded — indicate they can compete effectively on the road.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 3, Lose 0

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a historical and statistical perspective, Arsenal hold the upper hand in this fixture, especially at Emirates Stadium where they have won all three of the recent Premier League meetings with Leeds, scoring 11 goals and conceding only 2. Overall, Arsenal lead the head-to-head with 4 wins from 5 and a 15-6 aggregate score, supported by a current season profile of strong home attacking output and a positive goal difference of +4.

Leeds, however, bring an unbeaten league record into this match and the confidence of a 4-0 victory over Arsenal at Elland Road on 31 January 2026. Their defensive numbers this season are robust, and their away form has been steady, suggesting they are better equipped to challenge Arsenal than some of the earlier head-to-head results might imply. Taken together, the Arsenal vs Leeds stats point towards Arsenal as historical and venue-based favourites, but Leeds’ recent improvement and defensive solidity introduce a more competitive edge than the raw head-to-head might suggest.

Arsenal vs Leeds H2H Statistics updated on 5 October 2026.

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