York City Knights vs Leigh Leopards predictions, Apr 17, 2026

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As the Super League approaches an exciting clash on April 17, 2026, the York City Knights will host the Leigh Leopards in what promises to be a competitive encounter at home.

Recent form suggests that York City Knights have struggled, managing to secure only 1 win in their last 5 matches. This inconsistency will test their resolve, particularly as they face a Leigh Leopards side that has recorded 2 victories in the same period. The Leopards will look to leverage their momentum and capitalize on any defensive lapses from the Knights.

Tactically, the Knights will need to focus on tightening their defense and improving conversion rates in the attacking zone to reclaim their form. Meanwhile, Leigh’s advantage lies in their ability to exploit gaps and maintain possession effectively, which has been evident in their recent performances.

With bookmakers offering odds of 4.75 for York at home against Leigh’s lower odds of 1.21 away, the match presents a significant challenge for the Knights. As both teams vie for crucial points, fans can expect a hard-fought contest that could go either way, making this a key fixture in the Super League calendar.

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York 20.5%

Draw 3.8%

Leigh 75.7%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	4.6	22	1.25
	4.54	23	1.21
	4.33	26	1.2
	4.75	24.55	1.21

Latest Results

11.04.26 Hull Kingston Rovers – York City Knights – 48:10 04.04.26 Huddersfield Giants – York City Knights – 34:14 27.03.26 York City Knights – Wakefield Trinity Wildcats – 14:26 19.03.26 Wigan Warriors – York City Knights – 23:22 14.03.26 York City Knights – Keighley Cougars – 56:10

11.04.26 Warrington Wolves – Leigh Leopards – 24:10 04.04.26 Warrington Wolves – Leigh Leopards – 42:6 28.03.26 Leigh Leopards – Toulouse Olympique – 21:20 20.03.26 Wakefield Trinity Wildcats – Leigh Leopards – 18:14 14.03.26 Leigh Leopards – Hull FC – 16:6

Facts

This time, only outsiders will meet in a game (ranked 12 and 13).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, York won 0.

York is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).

In recent matches, Leigh has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

In this match, Leigh is the team to beat.

In the last 9 head-to-head matches, York won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 89:403. (average 9.9:44.8).

Including home matches between the teams, York won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 31:134. (average 7.8:33.5).

Latest Head To Head

18.06.23 York City Knights – Leigh Leopards – 14:34 25.09.22 Leigh Leopards – York City Knights – 70:10 21.08.22 Leigh Leopards – York City Knights – 100:4 20.02.22 York City Knights – Leigh Leopards – 4:40 16.02.20 Leigh Leopards – York City Knights – 34:0

Standings

2026

		Pl	W	W	D	L	L		Pts
1	Warrington	6	5	0	0	0	1	225:98	10
2	Leeds	7	5	0	0	0	2	206:108	10
3	Wigan Warriors	7	5	0	0	0	2	213:128	10
4	Wakefield	7	5	0	0	0	2	142:99	10
5	St Helens	7	5	0	0	0	2	170:160	10
6	Catalans Dragons	7	4	0	0	0	3	141:160	8
7	Hull KR	6	3	0	0	0	3	152:125	6
8	Bradford	7	3	0	0	0	4	154:147	6
9	Hull FC	7	3	0	0	0	4	113:145	6
10	Toulouse Olympique	7	2	0	0	0	5	126:166	4
11	Huddersfield	7	2	0	0	0	5	122:166	4
12	York RLFC	7	2	0	0	0	5	130:201	4
13	Leigh	7	2	0	0	0	5	101:190	4
14	Castleford	7	2	0	0	0	5	112:214	4

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