Leeds vs Brighton Preview: Premier League Clash on 17 May 2026

Match Context

Leeds host Brighton at Elland Road on 17 May 2026 in Premier League action, with Leeds sitting 14th on 44 points and Brighton 7th on 53 points after 36 matches.

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.

Key attacking contributors remain available: D. Calvert-Lewin has 13 league goals, while creative outlet B. Aaronson has added 4 goals and 5 assists, underpinning Leeds’ 48 goals so far.

Brighton Availability

Brighton also arrive with notable absentees. 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.

Top scorer D. Welbeck, with 13 league goals and 1 assist in 35 appearances, is available to lead an attack that has produced 52 goals.

Impact Summary

Leeds lose depth in attack and midfield but retain their primary scorer and chief creator, limiting the overall attacking damage. Brighton’s main blow is the loss of Mitoma’s wing threat and Webster’s defensive presence, though with Welbeck fit, much of their central goal output remains intact.