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Leeds United are set to return to Championship action this weekend as they take on newly promoted Portsmouth at Elland Road.
The Whites have their sights set firmly on gaining promotion back to the Premier League this season, with pressure put on Daniel Farke to deliver.
The Leeds boss will need a better start to this campaign than the last, where a slow opening month proved costly to their top-two hopes.
With lessons learned from last time around, Elland Road will be expectant and filled with anticipation.
Newly promoted Portsmouth are their first test of the season, with John Mousinho guiding his side to the second tier after a 12-year absence.
There will be plenty of twists and turns, so it’s time to buckle up for the first of 46 huge matches in the Championship.
So with that said, here’s a look at everything you need to know about Leeds vs Portsmouth. 
Leeds vs Portsmouth date and kick-off time
Leeds will host Portsmouth on Saturday at mid-day, looking to notch up their first points of the season towards a potential promotion push.
It’ll be the 59th recorded meeting between the two teams, with the Whites edging the head-to-head record with 23 wins to Pompey’s 18 – with 17 games drawn over the years.
- Date: August 10, 2024
- Kick-off time: 12:30 (BST)
- Stadium: Elland Road, Leeds
Leeds vs Portsmouth TV channel and live stream
Supporters will be able to watch their side in action on broadcast television, with Sky Sports showing the match.
The TV channel hosting the match is the brand new Sky Sports + channel, which will be showing more EFL games following the new broadcasting rights deal.
A valid Sky subscription is required to view the match, while services like NowTV offer a day pass that will give access to those channels for 24 hours.
If you wish to catch a live stream for Leeds vs Portsmouth, that is available through Sky Go – the dedicated platform for Sky coverage.
A valid account and subscription are required for this, which gives access to the coverage on a smartphone or computer device.
Leeds and Portsmouth team news and injuries
Farke is expected to have a near-full squad at his disposal for Leeds’ opening clash, though some injury and fitness issues may be managed.Striker Patrick Bamford has rarely featured during pre-season as the club looks to ease him back into action after an injury ended his last campaign.
New signing Jayden Bogle is carrying a knock to the leg but should make a return in time to face off with Portsmouth.
As for Pompey, they have been handed several injury issues throughout the summer.
Colby Bishop, Tom McIntyre, Regan Poole and Jacob Farrell are guaranteed absences, while Josh Murphy is a doubt.
Tickets for Leeds vs Portsmouth
- There aren’t currently any tickets available for Leeds’ clash with Portsmouth, with the club showing the tie as sold out.
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Prediction
There is no hiding that Leeds must earn promotion this season and a quick start is required for them to do that.
Portsmouth could offer a threat, with a newly promoted team always looking to impose themselves on the league.
However, with the quality available to Farke, it should be a match that The Whites pick up all three points in.
It may not be a slick encounter, with players still looking to hit match sharpness, so some misplaced passes and breakdowns in attack are expected.
But Leeds should have enough to overwhelm the opposition and earn a first win of the season.