The Hill Dickinson Stadium prepares for a pivotal clash as two historical sides seek stability. The hosts arrive following a difficult winless run in 2026, while the visitors hope to maintain their eight-point cushion from the drop zone. David Moyes will look to impose defensive discipline against Daniel Farke’s newly adapted direct system in this high-stakes Premier League encounter.
Everton vs Leeds United Match Details at a Glance
| Match Detail | Information |
| Match | Everton vs Leeds United |
| Venue | Hill Dickinson Stadium |
| Date | January 26, 2026 |
| Time | 2:00 AM (BDT) / 1:30 AM (INR) |
| Broadcast & Live Streaming | Click here to watch the Everton vs Leeds United live on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Injury News and Suspensions
Everton
The hosts face a defensive crisis with Michael Keane suspended. Carlos Alcaraz, Jarrad Branthwaite, and Seamus Coleman remain doubtful with various muscle issues. Additionally, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Tim Iroegbunam are fighting for fitness after picking up knocks. Moyes must shuffle his deck carefully to field a competitive starting eleven.
Leeds United
The visitors’ squad is missing Daniel James until late January due to a nagging hamstring injury. Full-back Jayden Bogle is also a significant doubt with a calf problem, while Sebastiaan Bornauw struggles with a muscle injury. These absences could disrupt the pragmatic defensive shape the traveling side has recently adopted.
Everton vs Leeds United Head-to-Head Records
| Matches Played | 123 |
| Everton Won | 36 |
| Leeds United Won | 53 |
| Tied | 34 |
| First-ever Fixture | October 4, 1924 |
| Most-recent Fixture | August 18, 2025 |
Form Guide
Everton
Currently sitting twelfth, the Toffees are enduring a miserable start to the new year. Since 2026 began, Moyes’ side has failed to record a victory and crashed out of both domestic cup competitions. Despite integrating Jack Grealish to improve technical proficiency, the hosts appear tactically stuck. Midfield mainstay Barry remains crucial, but without defensive stability from players like Keane, the Merseysiders are struggling to convert possession into points.
Leeds United
Ranking sixteenth, the Whites have enjoyed a significant reversal of fortunes since December. Farke abandoned a failing possession-heavy philosophy for a direct, pragmatic style that has pulled them eight points clear of relegation. With Stach controlling the tempo and Calvert-Lewin leading the line, the Yorkshire outfit looks dangerous on the break. Defensive solidity from Bijol has been vital in securing recent results away from home.
Key Battles
Jack Grealish vs Ethan Ampadu
Based on the players available, a likely key duel involves Jack Grealish. Operating as the primary creative spark for the hosts, his ability to carry the ball and draw fouls is essential. Under Moyes, he has been given freedom to roam, aiming to unlock defenses through technical brilliance and vision.
Ethan Ampadu will be tasked with neutralizing the creative threat. As a disciplined defensive presence, his positioning and tackling are vital to Farke’s pragmatic setup. If he can limit the space available to the opposition’s talisman, the visitors will likely frustrate the home side’s attempts to build sustained pressure.
James Tarkowski vs Dominic Calvert-Lewin
James Tarkowski remains the bedrock of the home defense. His aerial dominance and old-school physicality align perfectly with the manager’s tactical preferences. In the absence of Keane, he must take a leadership role, organizing the backline and ensuring the team isn’t caught out by direct long balls or transitions.
Facing him is Dominic Calvert-Lewin, the focal point of the visiting attack. His strength and hold-up play are perfectly suited to the new, direct style employed by the away side. Winning individual headers and providing an outlet for clearances will be his main priority to keep the pressure off.
Tactical Outlook
Moyes has transitioned the hosts toward a more controlled, technically proficient style this season. They emphasize defensive organization while utilizing creative talents like Grealish to facilitate expansive play. However, recent winless form suggests the balance between technicality and grit is off. They will likely look to dominate the ball but must remain wary of being overexposed during quick defensive transitions.
Farke has successfully pivoted the visitors toward a pragmatic, direct tactical identity. Moving away from heavy possession, they now prioritize a solid defensive shape and fast vertical transitions. By bypassing the midfield quickly to find the striker, they exploit spaces left by aggressive opponents. This functional approach has provided much-needed security and clarity during their climb away from the bottom.
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Possible Playing Squad
Everton XI:
Pickford (GK), Mykolenko, Keane, Tarkowski, O’Brien, Barry, McNeil, Garner, Iroegbunam, Armstrong, Grealish
Leeds United XI:
Perri (GK), Justin, Struijk, Bijol, Rodon, Gruev, Ampadu, Stach, Aaronson, Gudmundsson, Calvert-Lewin
Everton vs Leeds United Match Prediction
The home side’s advantage at the Hill Dickinson Stadium usually provides a lift, but their current winless streak creates an air of skepticism. While Moyes has superior creative individual talent, the tactical clarity currently displayed by Farke’s squad makes them a difficult nut to crack on the break today.
Everton vs Leeds United Score Prediction
Everton 1–1 Leeds United; The hosts struggle to break down a resilient low block, while the visitors’ directness earns them a point through Calvert-Lewin’s physical presence in the box
FAQ: Premier League today matches 2026
Who is managing Everton in the match against Leeds United on January 26, 2026?
David Moyes is the manager of Everton for this fixture.
Who is the captain of Leeds United for the upcoming Premier League match at Hill Dickinson Stadium?
Dominic Calvert-Lewin is expected to lead Leeds United as captain.
Where can fans watch the Everton vs Leeds United match live on January 26, 2026?
The match will be live-streamed on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
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