Manchester United continue to struggle with consistency, drawing 1-1 away at Leeds United, which leaves their chances of securing a top-four spot still unclear.
On 4 Jan 2026 GMT+7, in the 2025/26 Premier League season at Elland Road, Leeds United hosted Manchester United. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, with each team earning one point.
Before the game, the "Peacocks" Leeds United had gone two matches without a win but remained above the relegation zone with 21 points, sitting 16th in the table. They needed at least a point to ensure safety despite missing players Joe Rodon, Sean Longstaff, and Daniel James.
Manchester United's recent form was disappointing, having drawn 1-1 at home against bottom club Wolverhampton, leaving them 6th in the standings. The "Red Devils" needed an away win to keep their top-four hopes alive but faced multiple absences due to injuries and suspensions, including Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire, Noussair Mazraoui, Amad Diallo, Bryan Mbeumo, Kobi Menyuo, and Bruno Fernandes. Mason Mount’s fitness was still uncertain.
In the first 25 minutes, both teams played cautiously with few chances, and the score remained 0-0. Manchester United came closest in the 40th minute when Casemiro headed the ball to Lenny Yoro, who attempted a close-range header, but Leeds goalkeeper Lucas made the save. The half ended goalless.
The second half opened up, and the home side took the lead in the 62nd minute thanks to Brenden Aaronson’s persistent pressing, winning the ball and then shooting left-footed past the goalkeeper to make it 1-0 for Leeds.
However, Manchester United responded quickly. Just three minutes later, in the 65th minute, Matheus Cunha calmly slotted the ball in to equalize for the "Red Devils" at 1-1.
In the remaining time, both teams pushed for a winning goal but were unable to break through each other’s defense. The match ended in a 1-1 draw between Leeds United and Manchester United.
The draw took Manchester United’s points tally to 31, moving them up to 5th place. Leeds United remained in 16th with 22 points and extended their unbeaten league run to seven consecutive matches.