Brighton and Hove Albion will visit Leeds United at Elland Road on May 17, 2026, in a key Premier League fixture. Leeds, currently positioned 14th with 44 points, has ensured their top-flight status for next season, following a 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur, where Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored a late equalizer. In contrast, Brighton is in 7th place with 53 points, aiming for a European qualification spot after a convincing 3-0 victory against their last opponents. Historically, Brighton has the upper hand in their encounters, winning 14 out of 29 matches since 2004. Leeds will be without injured players Ilia Gruev and Gabriel Gudmundsson, while Brighton's injury concerns include James Milner and Solly March. Given Brighton's superior ball possession and recent form, they are favored to win, with a predicted score of 2-1 in their favor. Betting tips suggest backing Brighton to win, both teams to score, and over 2.5 goals in the match.