Manchester United vs Leeds United Prediction and Picks | Premier League Feb 8

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Leeds United only has three points in their last five matches and in danger of relegation with Manchester United sitting 3rd overall in the Premier League standings. Sportsmemo soccer handicapper Nick Borrman breaks down this Manchester United vs Leeds United match before start time at 3:00pm ET from Old Trafford in Stretford, England.

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Manchester United vs Leeds United Betting Odds

Wednesday, February 8	Premier League Betting Notes
Manchester United:	-215
Leeds United:	+550
Draw:	+380
Total:	3 Goals (Odds Above Courtesy of DraftKings)
Game Time:	3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT

Manchester United Down Star Player

United rolled to another win over Crystal Palace last weekend, their 11th win in 13 games in all competitions since the World Cup break, but it came at a cost.

Casemiro was handed a red card and is banned the next three matches including this one. Though it’s hard to see anything but a Manchester United win here even without the Brazilian on the field, the question is, will they cover the -1.25 Asian Handicap, or is laying north of two-to-one on your money worth it?

Manchester United Defense Enhancement

I’m personally not comfortable with either option, but instead, like pairing Manchester United to win with under 3.5 goals.

In their 11 wins since the WC break only twice did the match finish with more than 3.5 goals and both of those were in Cup matches.

If you believe Manchester United will win this game, it seems likely that it will come in the same fashion as nine of their 11 wins have come and that’s by relying on their defense.

Manchester United have kept seven clean sheets in their 13 matches since the break and have allowed more than one goal just one time which was their 2-3 loss at Arsenal.

Against inferior opponents, they have been rock solid at the back, especially at home where they have won all nine matches, keeping five clean sheets and never allowing more than one goal.

Manchester United vs Leeds United Prediction

Leeds United have just two wins in their nine matches since the break, but both of those came in the FA Cup as they are winless in six Premier League games.

They did earn a few draws however, at home vs Brentford and West Ham, plus an impressive draw at Newcastle.

They also lost at home to Man City and on the road to Aston Villa and lowly Nottingham this past weekend. Leeds have been blanked three times in those six EPL matches including scoring just one goal in three away matches.

Anything other than a United win would be a complete surprise here, I just don’t want to lay the current number. Instead, pair Manchester United ML + Under 3.5 Goals for a nice return of anywhere from +120 to +140.

Prediction: Manchester United Moneyline + Under 3.5 Goals

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About The Author

Nick Borrman fell in love with professional ‘football’ (as anyone outside of the United States would refer to it) the first time he attended an MLS game seven years ago. Now, he uses statistical analysis as well as current trends to successfully find value on soccer matches across the globe. Borrman focuses much of his attention on the Premier League, La Liga, Ligue 1, Bundesliga and Serie A, as well as the most prestigious tournament of them all, the Champions League. Of course, you can’t forget the fast-growing MLS which finishes the year-round soccer schedule through the summer months in North America. Borrman derives many of his plays from his model forecasts and releases plays several days ahead of time to consistently beat line moves.

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