Leeds picked up three more pivotal points in their fight against relegation from the Premier League on Saturday, courtesy of Lukas Nmecha’s 91st-minute winner to beat Fulham 1-0 at Elland Road.
WATCH — Leeds v Fulham full match replay
Nmecha’s goal was brilliantly taken as he chucked his body into the air, stretched every bit of 6-foot-1 frame out and hooked Ethan Ampadu’s cross past Bernd Leno and just inside the far post. It wasn’t Nmecha’s first winning goal of the season after doing much the same to Everton on opening day (also a 1-0 win for Leeds).
With their 6th win of the season, Leeds (25 points) are eight points clear of the relegation zone with 16 games left to play. Fulham (31 points) slip one place to 10th after having their six-game unbeaten run snapped.
What’s next?
- Fulham vs Brighton — Saturday, 10 am ET
- Everton vs Leeds — Monday, Jan. 26, 3 pm ET
Leeds vs Fulham live updates - by Andy Edwards
Leeds vs Fulham final score: 1-0
Goalscorers: Lukas Nmecha (90'+1)
GOAL! Leeds 1-0 Fulham: Nmecha bags the late winner to send Elland Road into rapture (90'+1)
Leeds starting lineup
Darlow - Justin, Rodon, Struijk - Bogle, Aaronson, Ampadu, Gruev, Gudmundsson - Calvert-Lewin, Okafor
Fulham starting lineup
Leno - Castagne, Andersen, Cuenca, Robinson - Berge, Lukic, Smith Rowe - Wilson, Sessegnon, Jimenez
How to watch Leeds vs Fulham live, stream link and start time
Kick off time: 10am ET Saturday (January 17)
Venue: Elland Road — Leeds, Yorkshire
TV Channel: Peacock
Streaming: Stream live on Peacock
Daniel Farke’s Leeds were on a long unbeaten run before their wild 4-3 defeat at Newcastle but that loss aside they seem to have turned a corner in a big way. Leeds shouldn’t be too concerned about relegation this season. Goals are flowing with Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Noah Okafor and Brenden Aaronson all looking sharp and if they can shore things up at the other end they could push for a top 10 finish. Not bad at all from the new boys.
Fulham are on a roll under Marco Silva, winning four of their last six games (they’re unbeaten in that stretch) and Harry Wilson is leading their charge. Wilson was the hero again as they beat Chelsea 2-1 last time out and Silva is getting the absolute maximum out of this squad, which is even more impressive as they lost three starters to AFCON duty over the last month.
Leeds team news, focus
Sebastiaan Bornauw and Dan James are definitely out, but Leeds have plenty of options and the 3-5-2 system has really worked for them in recent weeks. Calvert-Lewin is a great focal point and is full of confidence, while USMNT playmaker Aaronson is in the form of his career. If Leeds can just settle down at the back they will pick up plenty of points during the rest of the season and will be well clear of relegation danger.
Fulham team news, focus
Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey and Samuel Chukwueze are still away on AFCON duty with Nigeria so in-form Raul Jimenez will lead the line with Wilson and Emile Smith Rowe supporting him so well from attacking midfield. Kevin has also been a great option off the bench and there is a lovely balance and solidity about this Fulham side. They also keep popping up and scoring late goals, which is a great knack to have.
Leeds vs Fulham prediction
This may not have as many goals as Leeds’ recent games, but you still fancy them to get the win and overwhelm Fulham late on. Leeds 2-1 Fulham.
