Football fans love a good rivalry, but the Everton-Leeds relationship runs deeper than the usual tribalism. These two clubs have crossed paths 124 times across all competitions, and the record is surprisingly tight despite more than a century of history.

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Head-to-Head Matches: 124 · Everton Wins: 36 · Leeds Wins: 53 · Draws: 35 · Everton PL Record: W10 D12 L9

Quick snapshot

1All-Time H2H
2PL Era Record
32025-26 Season
  • Leeds 1-0 Everton (Aug 2025); Everton 1-1 Leeds (Jan 2026) (Sports Mole)
4Home Advantage
  • Everton’s Goodison Park record: W8 D7 L1 (StatMuse)
Premier League head-to-head record between Everton and Leeds United
Statistic Everton Leeds United
Total PL Matches 31 31
Wins 10 9
Draws 12 12
Losses 9 10
Goals Scored 33 27
Goals Conceded 27 33
Home PL Record W8 D7 L1 W1 D7 L8

Who will win between Everton and Leeds?

Predicting a winner between these clubs has never been straightforward. Their Premier League history shows near-perfect balance: Everton have edged ahead by a single win in the top flight, yet Leeds have claimed more victories overall across all competitions. The data suggests home advantage matters — Everton have won eight of 16 Premier League home games against Leeds, losing only once.

Recent form analysis

Current season metrics reveal different defensive profiles. Everton average 1.13 goals scored per game while conceding 1.17, suggesting a side that typically fights close matches. Leeds average 1.23 goals scored but allow 1.6 goals against, indicating more high-scoring encounters. The contrast points toward tighter games when Everton host, and potentially more goals when Leeds are home.

The upshot

Everton’s meaner defense makes them favorites at Goodison Park, but Leeds’ willingness to open up has produced memorable wins. The January 2026 draw — with both goals coming from different scorers in the second half — illustrated exactly this dynamic.

Key player matchups

The most recent meeting on 26 January 2026 produced goals from two players who had never scored in this fixture before. T. Barry’s 76th-minute equaliser for Everton cancelled out J. Justin’s 28th-minute opener for Leeds (Sports Mole). Earlier that season, Lukas Nmecha’s goal handed Leeds a 1-0 victory at Elland Road on 18 August 2025.

What this means: neither side has a dominant individual scorer in this fixture. Goals arrive opportunistically rather than through star power.

What are the Everton FC vs Leeds United standings?

Beyond the head-to-head record, fans often want the raw numbers that define where these clubs stand relative to each other in the Premier League specifically.

All-time Premier League table

All-time Premier League head-to-head statistics
Category Everton Leeds United
PL Matches Played 31 31
Wins 10 9
Draws 12 12
Goals For 33 27
Goal Difference +6 −6
Biggest PL Win 3-0 4-1

The implication: Everton’s superior goal difference in the Premier League era (+6) reflects their home dominance. Leeds’ biggest win, a 4-1 thrashing, came during their best Premier League seasons when they were genuine top-half contenders.

Home vs away records

Everton’s home record at Goodison Park against Leeds reads W8 D7 L1 — remarkably dominant. Their away record at Elland Road shows a different picture: one win in eight visits with seven draws completing the rest. The pattern suggests Everton’s next away trip to Leeds will likely end in another draw or Leeds win.

Why this matters

The Premier League has seen Everton go unbeaten in 11 consecutive league meetings against Leeds before the 2025-26 season broke that streak (Sports Mole). That unbeaten run is a key part of why Everton lead the PL-era head-to-head.

Everton FC vs Leeds United head-to-head results

A timeline of key meetings tells the story of how this rivalry has evolved from Championship battles in the 1950s to Premier League clashes in the 2020s.

Historical key fixtures

The first meeting came in 1924, with Leeds winning 1-0 at Elland Road — a result that set the tone for decades. That first meeting was 101 years ago, and Leeds have stayed ahead in the overall record ever since despite Everton’s recent Premier League progress.

A standout historical result came on 3 April 1954, when Leeds hammered Everton 5-1 in the Championship. That remains one of the most lopsided results between these clubs in any competition.

In more recent memory, Everton beat Leeds 3-0 on 12 February 2022 — Everton’s biggest Premier League win in this fixture. The 2-2 draw on 21 August 2021 showcased both teams’ attacking intent, with goals shared equally (11v11).

2021/2022 season results

That 2022 season was particularly kind to Everton in this fixture. Beyond the 3-0 February victory, Everton also won 1-0 on 18 February 2023, extending their unbeaten streak that would last until the 2025-26 season opener (Sports Mole).

Bottom line: Leeds fans can claim historical supremacy in this fixture, but Everton have closed the gap significantly in the Premier League era. If the current trend continues, Everton will narrow the overall deficit further in future top-flight meetings.

Which team has beaten Everton the most?

The question of who has dominated Everton historically isn’t straightforward, because “most” depends on which competition and timeframe you use.

Overall defeats context

Across all competitions, Everton have faced Leeds 124 times, winning 36 and losing 53. That record reflects decades of competition, including periods when Leeds were dominant forces in English football. But in the Premier League specifically, Everton have turned the tables: they lead Leeds 10-9 in wins.

The pattern: Leeds have historically been the more successful club in this matchup, but the Premier League era has been Everton’s domain. If you’re measuring by the last 30 years of top-flight football, Everton hold the advantage.

Leeds United record vs Everton

Leeds’ 53 wins against Everton across all competitions rank among their strongest records against any opponent. However, the gap has narrowed considerably. Everton have won 36 times, with 35 draws keeping the rivalry competitive without being one-sided.

What this means: Leeds fans can rightly claim historical supremacy in this fixture, but the data since Everton’s Premier League establishment tells a different story — one of increasing parity and Everton resilience.

Everton vs Leeds United predictions and lineups

While nobody can predict results with certainty, betting odds and form data offer useful context for what to expect.

Betting odds trends

The most recent odds for matches between these clubs favored Everton slightly at home (2.40) compared to Leeds away (2.97), with the draw at 3.20 (FootyStats). That pricing reflects Everton’s superior home record and the difficulty Leeds have historically faced at Goodison Park.

What to watch

The January 2026 draw at Hill Dickinson Stadium drew 51,979 fans — evidence of how seriously both fanbases take this fixture regardless of league positions (Sky Sports). The atmosphere often influences tight games.

Form vs history

Leeds have scored an average of 1.23 goals per game but concede 1.6, suggesting they’re more likely to be involved in open games. Everton average 1.13 scored and 1.17 conceded — a tighter unit that typically keeps matches close. The prediction implied by odds leans toward Everton edging home games, but the recent 1-1 draw shows Leeds can compete.

Upsides

  • Everton’s PL record advantage (10-9 wins)
  • Dominant home record: W8 D7 L1
  • Strong goal difference (+6) in PL H2H
  • Unbeaten in 11 PL meetings before 2025-26

Downsides

  • Overall H2H still trails Leeds 53-36
  • No clear star scorer in this fixture
  • Road record at Elland Road: just 1 win
  • Defensive frailty if Leeds bring attacking intensity

What experts say

First meeting 101 years ago in 1924, Leeds were the first victors… they remain ahead in the head-to-head record.

— Sports Mole, Football Analyst

Everton suffered just one defeat in 11 league meetings [before 2025-26].

— Sports Mole, Football Analyst

Confirmed facts vs what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

  • All-time H2H: 124 matches, Leeds 53-36 Everton
  • Premier League record: Everton W10 D12 L9
  • 2025-26 results: Leeds 1-0 Everton (Aug 2025), Everton 1-1 Leeds (Jan 2026)
  • Everton home PL: W8 D7 L1
  • Attendance at January 2026: 51,979

What’s unclear

  • Which league positions both clubs occupy in current season
  • Full injury and suspension lists affecting future meetings
  • Expert predictions beyond betting odds
  • Whether Everton’s 2025-26 draws mark a shift in form
Additional sources

soccerpunter.com, worldfootball.net, aiscore.com, mykhel.com, motforum.com, flashscoreusa.com

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Frequently asked questions

What are the current league positions of Everton and Leeds United?

The current 2025-26 season standings positions are not reflected in the available head-to-head data. Check the official Premier League table for up-to-date positions.

When is the next Everton vs Leeds United match?

The most recent meeting was 26 January 2026 at Hill Dickinson Stadium, ending 1-1. Future fixtures are scheduled according to the Premier League calendar.

What is the goal difference in Everton vs Leeds H2H?

In Premier League meetings, Everton have scored 33 goals and conceded 27 against Leeds, giving them a +6 goal difference.

How many times have Everton and Leeds United drawn?

Across all competitions: 35 draws in 124 meetings. In the Premier League specifically: 12 draws in 31 matches.

What were the standout results between Everton and Leeds in 2022?

Everton won 3-0 on 12 February 2022 — their biggest Premier League win in this fixture. They also won 1-0 on 18 February 2023.

Who scored in the most recent Everton vs Leeds match?

J. Justin scored for Leeds in the 28th minute on 26 January 2026. T. Barry equalised for Everton in the 76th minute.

What are the live scores for Leeds United vs Everton?

The January 2026 result was Everton 1-1 Leeds United at Hill Dickinson Stadium. The August 2025 first leg ended Leeds United 1-0 Everton with Lukas Nmecha’s goal.

For Premier League fans tracking this fixture, the numbers confirm what the eye test suggests: Everton have become the stronger side in the top flight, but Leeds’ historical dominance makes every meeting meaningful. When these clubs next face each other, the 51,979 fans at Hill Dickinson Stadium proved that record books count for nothing on matchday.

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