Leeds vs Brighton: Premier League Match Preview

Match Context

Leeds host Brighton at Elland Road, Leeds, on 17 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season round 37. Leeds sit 14th on 44 points, while Brighton are 7th with 53 points and eyeing a Conference League play-off spot.

Leeds Availability

Leeds face several concerns. F. Buonanotte (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. I. Gruev (Knee Injury) is sidelined. N. Okafor (Calf Injury) is sidelined. J. Bogle (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful. G. Gudmundsson (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. P. Struijk (Hip Injury) is doubtful. There are no listed suspensions. Key attacker D. Calvert-Lewin, Leeds’ leading league scorer with 13 goals and 1 assist, is available and expected to shoulder the attacking burden, supported by B. Aaronson, who has 4 goals and 5 assists.

Brighton Availability

Brighton are also stretched. K. Mitoma (Thigh Injury) is sidelined. S. Tzimas (Knee Injury) is sidelined. A. Webster (Knee Injury) is sidelined. D. Gomez (Knee Injury) is doubtful. M. Wieffer (Injury) is doubtful. Star striker D. Welbeck, Brighton’s top scorer with 13 goals and 1 assist, remains available.

Impact Summary

Both sides retain their primary goal threats, but Leeds lose depth in attack through Okafor, while Brighton’s creativity and width are hit by Mitoma’s absence. With Leeds on 48 league goals and Brighton on 52, the attacking output on show should remain high despite these setbacks.