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Southampton vs Leeds: prediction for the English Premier League fixture
Southampton are set to host Leeds in the Premier League on Saturday, August 13. We made predictions for this game, which you can find below.
Command Analysis
Southampton
EnglandSouthampton had a decent 2021-2022 season. They delivered a successful performance in the FA Cup, but eventually lost to Manchester City in the quarterfinal. In the Premier League, the Saints collected 40 points from 38 games and secured 15th place in the table.
Ralph Hasenhuttl's team lost four friendly games in a row and started the new Premier League campaign with a loss to Tottenham (1:4). The club spent 56 million euros in the summer to strengthen the squad, for example, they signed Gavin Bazunu from Man City (14 million) and Sékou Mara from Bordeaux (13 million).
The hosts will be without Walcott, Lyanco, Livramento, and Tella.
Leeds United
EnglandLeeds United endured a tough campaign last season, almost getting relegated and losing Marcelo Bielsa as head coach. The Whitesrecorded a total of 38 points from nine wins and 11 draws and finished in 17th place in the table.
It might be another difficult year for Leeds, as some key players left the team in the summer, for instance, Raphinha was poached by Barcelona. On the other hand, the Whites signed Aaronson, Rasmus, and Adams. In the last two pre-season games, Jesse Marsch's team drew against Crystal Palace (1:1) and crushed Cagliari (6:2). In the first game of the new Premier League season, Leeds defeated Wolverhampton (2:1).
The hosts will be without Ayling, Dallas, Firpo, and Bogusz.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
Goals were scored in both halves in 2 of the last 4 head-to-head games.
СтавкаCorrect score 2:1
Both sides scored in 2 of the last 3 head-to-head games.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet won in 2 of the last 4 games of the visitors.
СтавкаYellow cards: total under 4
This bet won in 2 of the last 3 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
The Saints have a stronger team this season, but the visitors looked better last weekend in the first-round game. However, Leeds usually struggle on road trips, and Southampton were more successful in head-to-head games last season. We will be backing the hosts in this fixture.
Our prediction — Southampton to win
No more than two goals were scored in the last three games between these two clubs. We believe this upcoming game will follow the same trend - the opponents will focus on their defenses and try not to concede.
Second prediction — total under 2.5 goals
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