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### Match Preview: Hull City vs. Leeds United
**Date:** January 4, 2025
**Competition:** English League Championship
**Venue:** MKM Stadium, Hull
#### Overview
As the January 4 clash approaches, Hull City welcomes Leeds United to the MKM Stadium in a highly anticipated fixture in the English League Championship. Both sides demonstrate contrasting form, with Hull City struggling to find consistency, while Leeds United enjoys a solid run of form.
#### Recent Form
– **Hull City:** The Tigers have experienced a mixed bag of results recently, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last 5 matches. While they have shown moments of promise, their performance has been inconsistent, which could prove critical in their pursuit of points against a formidable opponent.
– **Leeds United:** The Peacocks are flying high, having won 4 of their last 5 encounters. Their recent form reflects a well-oiled attacking unit and a solid defense, enabling them to climb the Championship standings. Leeds’ knack for finding the back of the net will be a considerable challenge for Hull.
#### Head-to-Head
This match will see two historical rivals square off, with Leeds often having the upper hand in past encounters. The rivalry adds an extra layer of excitement, making the stakes even higher for both teams.
#### Bookmaker Insights
The bookmakers have set the odds at 5.99 for Hull City and 1.54 for Leeds United, reflecting a substantial expectation of Leeds securing victory on the road. The most likely outcome suggested by the bookmakers is a narrow 0:1 win for Leeds, indicating their strong defensive capabilities alongside effective attacking plays.
#### Statistical Probability
According to recent machine learning estimations, the probabilities for the match results are:
– **Hull City Win:** 15.3%
– **Draw:** 22.6%
– **Leeds United Win:** 62.6%
These figures emphasize Leeds United’s dominance as the favorites heading into the match.
#### Key Players to Watch
– **Hull City:** Keep an eye on Hull’s key players who need to step up, particularly in midfield and defense, to counter Leeds’ attack. Strikers will also play a crucial role in converting chances into goals.
– **Leeds United:** The attacking prowess of Leeds, particularly their forwards, could be decisive. Watch for their key playmakers who can break through Hull’s defense and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
#### Conclusion
Hull City aims to use home advantage to secure at least a point, but they face an uphill battle against a Leeds United side in excellent form. The presence of passionate fans at the MKM Stadium will undoubtedly create an electric atmosphere, and the outcome of this fixture will certainly be one to watch as both teams strive to solidify their positions in the Championship standings.
Hull 15.6% | Draw 22.9% | Leeds 61.5% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 0:1
Outrights of English League Championship Leeds: 62.23%
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Betting Odds
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6 | 4.1 | 1.55 | |
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6.35 | 4.13 | 1.53 | |
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6.1 | 4.1 | 1.55 | ![]() |
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5.87 | 4.07 | 1.52 | |
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6.35 | 4.13 | 1.53 |
Latest Results
29.12.24 Blackburn Rovers – Hull City – 0:1 26.12.24 Preston North End – Hull City – 1:0 21.12.24 Hull City – Swansea City – 2:1 14.12.24 Coventry City – Hull City – 2:1 11.12.24 Hull City – Watford FC – 1:1 |
29.12.24 Derby County – Leeds United – 0:1 26.12.24 Stoke City – Leeds United – 0:2 21.12.24 Leeds United – Oxford United – 4:0 14.12.24 Preston North End – Leeds United – 1:1 10.12.24 Leeds United – Middlesbrough FC – 3:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
31.08.24 Leeds United – Hull City – 2:0 01.04.24 Leeds United – Hull City – 3:1 20.09.23 Hull City – Leeds United – 0:0 16.09.20 Leeds United – Hull City – 1:2 penalties 29.02.20 Hull City – Leeds United – 0:4 |
Standings
2024/25
Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
1 | Leeds | 24 | 15 | 6 | 3 | 44:15 | 29 | 51 |
2 | Sheffield Utd | 24 | 15 | 6 | 3 | 33:14 | 19 | 49 |
3 | Burnley | 24 | 13 | 9 | 2 | 30:9 | 21 | 48 |
4 | Sunderland | 24 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 36:21 | 15 | 44 |
5 | Blackburn | 23 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 27:21 | 6 | 38 |
6 | Middlesbrough | 24 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 41:31 | 10 | 37 |
7 | Watford | 23 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 33:31 | 2 | 37 |
8 | West Brom | 24 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 28:19 | 9 | 36 |
9 | Swansea | 24 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 29:25 | 4 | 33 |
10 | Bristol City | 24 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 30:28 | 2 | 33 |
11 | Sheffield Wed | 24 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 32:36 | -4 | 33 |
12 | Norwich | 24 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 40:36 | 4 | 30 |
13 | Millwall | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 22:20 | 2 | 29 |
14 | Preston | 24 | 6 | 11 | 7 | 26:30 | -4 | 29 |
15 | Coventry | 24 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 32:34 | -2 | 28 |
16 | Derby | 24 | 7 | 6 | 11 | 29:30 | -1 | 27 |
17 | QPR | 24 | 5 | 11 | 8 | 24:32 | -8 | 26 |
18 | Stoke | 24 | 6 | 7 | 11 | 24:32 | -8 | 25 |
19 | Luton | 24 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 26:41 | -15 | 25 |
20 | Oxford Utd | 23 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 26:39 | -13 | 24 |
21 | Hull | 24 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 22:32 | -10 | 22 |
22 | Cardiff | 23 | 5 | 6 | 12 | 23:38 | -15 | 21 |
23 | Portsmouth | 22 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 26:40 | -14 | 20 |
24 | Plymouth | 23 | 4 | 6 | 13 | 22:51 | -29 | 18 |
English League Championship Outrights
1. Leeds: 1.38 (62.23%)
2. Sheffield Utd: 5.23 (16.41%)
3. Burnley: 7.31 (11.72%)
4. Sunderland: 24 (3.57%)
5. Middlesbrough: 57 (1.5%)
6. West Brom: 104.5 (0.82%)
7. Blackburn: 108.5 (0.79%)
8. Watford: 175.75 (0.49%)
9. Sheffield Wed: 238.25 (0.36%)
10. Coventry: 250.75 (0.34%)
11. Norwich: 257 (0.33%)
12. Bristol City: 313.25 (0.27%)
13. Millwall: 363.25 (0.24%)
14. Swansea: 400.75 (0.21%)
15. Derby: 750.75 (0.11%)
16. Preston: 813.25 (0.11%)
17. Luton: 1063.25 (0.08%)
18. Stoke City: 1063.25 (0.08%)
19. QPR: 1250.67 (0.07%)
20. Hull City: 1438.25 (0.06%)
21. Cardiff: 1438.25 (0.06%)
22. Oxford Utd: 1584 (0.05%)
23. Portsmouth: 1917.33 (0.04%)
24. Plymouth: 1917.33 (0.04%)
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