Leeds vs Brighton Match Preview: Premier League Clash

The Premier League clash at Elland Road, Leeds, sees Leeds host Brighton on 17 May 2026, with kick-off at 14:00 UTC. Leeds arrive sitting 14th on 44 points (goal difference -5), while Brighton are 7th with 53 points and a goal difference of 10 as the league campaign approaches its closing stages.

Leeds Availability

Leeds face several concerns. F. Buonanotte (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. I. Gruev (Knee Injury) is sidelined. N. Okafor (Calf Injury) is sidelined. J. Bogle (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful. G. Gudmundsson (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. P. Struijk (Hip Injury) is doubtful. Key attacker D. Calvert-Lewin, with 13 league goals, is available and central to their threat, supported by creator B. Aaronson, who has 5 assists.

Brighton Availability

Brighton are also depleted. K. Mitoma (Thigh Injury) is sidelined. S. Tzimas (Knee Injury) is sidelined. A. Webster (Knee Injury) is sidelined. D. Gomez (Knee Injury) is doubtful. M. Wieffer (Injury) is doubtful. Top scorer D. Welbeck, on 13 league goals, is available to lead the line.

Impact Summary

Neither side loses a primary scorer or assister, but Leeds’ attacking depth is reduced by the absence of N. Okafor, while Brighton’s wide threat drops without K. Mitoma. Both teams retain their main goal outlets in D. Calvert-Lewin and D. Welbeck.