The Case for Leeds United: Elland Road has become a fortress for Daniel Farke’s men, where they have avoided defeat in 30 of their last 33 matches across all competitions. Offensively, they are consistent at home, having scored in 91% of their league games this season. Against an Arsenal side that has wobbled recently—winless in three Premier League games and conceding three to Manchester United—Leeds’ high shot volume (averaging over 15 attempts per home game) suggests they can cause real problems.

The Case for Arsenal: Despite recent stumbles, the Gunners remain league leaders for a reason. They boast the division’s best defensive record (only 17 goals conceded) and have won their last seven meetings against Leeds in all competitions. With the motivation to re-establish their title credentials and the individual brilliance of Saka and Odegaard against a Leeds defense that is “very weak” against skillful players, Arsenal have the quality to silence the home crowd and take all three points.

The Verdict: It’s a clash of irresistible force vs immovable object. Can Leeds’ formidable home record and scoring consistency withstand the quality of the league leaders, or will Arsenal’s historical dominance and superior class prove too much for the Yorkshire side?