Leeds v Everton lineups released

Leeds United host Everton in the opening Premier League clash, with rotation and new signings shaping both lineups.

Beto Starts for Leeds as Grealish and Darlow Sit on Bench

Leeds United line up with Lucas Perri in goal and Jayden Bogle starting at right back. The defense includes Joe Rodon and Pascal Struijk, with Daniel Gudmundsson and midfielders Ethan Ampadu, Takumi Tanaka, and Stach supporting the front line of Gnonto and Piroe as part of a balanced setup. Bogle’s return is the only change from the final pre-season XI, and Karl Darlow is among the substitutes, alongside Longstaff, Nmecha, Bornauw and others. Everton name Pickford in goal, with O’Brien, Keane, Tarkowski and Garner in defense; Dewsbury-Hall and Gana Milambo anchor midfield, with Alcaraz, Beto and Ndiaye up top. Grealish and Thierno Barry are among the substitutes, while Calvert-Lewin is not in the squad. Everton face injuries to Jarrad Branthwaite and Vitalii Mykolenko, and Nathan Patterson and Adam Aznou are also unavailable.

The selection hints at a cautious start from Everton, using a strong spine but resting a few established names on the bench. Leeds appears keen to press early and test their attacking depth, given Beto’s presence and Gnonto’s pace. The weekend lineup also shows how both managers are juggling new signings with existing squads, boiling down to who can deliver when called upon from the bench. Injuries and late squad changes will shape the early weeks, as depth becomes a real talking point for both clubs.

Highlights

Lineups set the tone for a season where depth could decide the results in tight games.