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Manchester United vs Leeds betting preview: The Red Devils are heavy favourites, while the Whites are 19/4 outsiders to spring an upset

Manchester United return to top-flight action at Old Trafford tonight, where Michael Carrick’s side take on long-time rivals Leeds United. 

A victory would see the Red Devils climb to third on 58 points, opening up a three-point cushion over fourth-placed Aston Villa.

United head into the fixture as clear favourites according to Sky Bet, with Bruno Fernandes and Co priced at just 8/15 to secure all three points. 

Leeds, meanwhile, are considered 19/4 outsiders to spring an upset in Manchester, while the draw is available at 16/5.

The reverse fixture at Elland Road ended in a 1-1 stalemate, a result that proved significant in the wider context of United’s season. 

In the aftermath of that game, Ruben Amorim’s outburst ultimately brought his time at the club to an end.

Man United are heavy favourites to win at home tonight, while the Whites are 19/4 outsiders

Elsewhere, alongside the standard head-to-head markets, Sky Bet are offering a Featured RequestABet and a selection of Price Boosts for this highly anticipated clash.

The Featured RequestABet, priced at 10/1, requires Fernandes to register at least one assist, have two or more shots on target, and win two or more fouls.

The Portuguese playmaker is enjoying a standout campaign and is closing in on Premier League history. 

Fernandes currently has 16 assists this season and, with seven games remaining, is within striking distance of the single-season record of 20 set by both Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne.

Sky Bet have also rolled out four Price Boosts for the contest. These include Matheus Cunha to score or assist at 1/1, Fernandes to have 2+ shots on target at 11/4, Casemiro to be booked at 10/3, and both teams to register six or more shots on target at 11/1.

There is recent form to support those selections. Cunha was on the scoresheet in the reverse fixture, while Fernandes recorded three shots on target in Manchester United’s most recent outing. 

Casemiro, meanwhile, has been shown a card in each of his last two appearances.

  • All odds are correct at the time of publication