Match report
Leeds 1-0 Tottenham: match report
Leeds secured a 1-0 victory over Tottenham in the Premier League at Elland Road on Saturday, with Noah Okafor scoring the only goal.
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Leeds United defeated Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 at Elland Road on Saturday in the Premier League. Noah Okafor scored the only goal of the match in the 79th minute.
The goal came after a period of pressure from Leeds, with Okafor finding the net to secure the three points for his team.
Micky van de Ven received a yellow card for Tottenham in the 15th minute. Sean Longstaff was booked for Leeds shortly after, in the 22nd minute. Pedro Porro and Roberto De Zerbi were both cautioned for Tottenham in the 51st minute, while Okafor received a yellow card in the 80th minute. Sandro Tonali was booked for Tottenham in the 88th minute.
Leeds had 39% possession compared to Tottenham's 61%. Both teams had four shots on target, but Leeds managed six corners to Tottenham's four. Leeds committed 11 fouls, while Tottenham had 15. Leeds goalkeeper made four saves, while Tottenham's keeper had two.
In the league table, Tottenham sit in 8th place with 13 points from 10 matches, while Leeds are in 10th with 12 points from the same number of games. This result highlights Leeds' ability to grind out a win despite having less possession.
By Footyaro Editorial Team · AI-assisted from match data, checked against our live data · Editorial policy
Before the game: Leeds vs Tottenham preview: form, head-to-head & prediction
Leeds will face Tottenham in the Premier League on Saturday at 12:30 GMT at Elland Road, Leeds.
Leeds have struggled recently, with no wins in their last five matches. They have drawn three and lost two, including a 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth last time out.
Tottenham, on the other hand, have shown better form, winning three of their last five games. They secured a 2-0 victory against Crystal Palace in their latest match.
In the league table, Tottenham sit in 9th place with 12 points from 9 games, while Leeds are in 12th with 11 points from the same number of matches.
Historically, Tottenham have dominated this fixture, winning 6 out of the last 8 meetings. Leeds have only managed 1 win and 1 draw against Tottenham in this period.
The last encounter ended in a 1-1 draw on 11 May 2026, while their previous match at Elland Road saw Tottenham win 2-1 on 4 October 2025.
The odds suggest this will be a close contest, reflecting the current form of both teams.
Match Events
All events- 90+3'Jayden Bogle(Out: Joe Rodon)
- 90+3'Sean Longstaff(Out: Ilia Gruev)
- 88'Sandro Tonali
- 83'Mohammed Kudus(Out: Luca Jamie Williams-Barnett)
- 80'Noah Okafor
- 79'Noah Okafor(1 - 0)
- 77'Ao Tanaka(Out: Harry Wilson)
- 77'Lukas Nmecha(Out: Noah Okafor)
Match Statistics
All stats- 39%Possession61%
- 2Expected Goals (xG)0.80
- 4Shots on Target4
- 6Corners4
- 11Fouls15
Prediction
Live win probability
Leeds 21%Draw 60%Tottenham 19%
The match will most likely result in a draw.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionPremier League · Regular Season 10
- VenueElland Road, Leeds · 37645
- RefereeBrooks, John
- ForecastCloudy, 10.4°C
Last five games
LeedsWLDDL
TottenhamLWWWD
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 |  Bournemouth | 10 | +2 | 15 |
| 8 |  Brentford | 10 | +5 | 14 |
| 9 | Leeds | 10 | +2 | 14 |
| 10 |  Aston Villa | 10 | -3 | 13 |
| 11 | Tottenham | 10 | -1 | 12 |
| 12 |  Newcastle United | 10 | -3 | 12 |
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Leeds vs Tottenham: result, stats & highlights
Leeds and Tottenham finished 1-0 in the Premier League (Regular Season 10) at Elland Road. Played: (your local time).
Leeds are 9th in the table on 14 points; Tottenham are 11th on 12.
Recent form: Leeds WLDDL, Tottenham LWWWD.
Head-to-head (last 9): Leeds 2 wins, 1 draws, Tottenham 6 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.