The Championship campaign reaches its climax as Leeds United travel to Plymouth Argyle on the final matchday. Having already secured promotion to the Premier League on Easter Monday, Daniel Farke’s side now aim to wrap up the Championship title. Their pursuit will be decided in tandem with Burnley, who currently sit level on 97 points. Thanks to a superior goal difference, Leeds need only match Burnley’s result to lift the trophy.
Match Details
The encounter at Home Park will kick off at 12:30pm on Saturday, May 3. A win for Leeds United guarantees the championship, so long as they avoid any slip-ups against a Plymouth team that is all but relegated.
Broadcast Information
All twelve final-day fixtures are covered by Sky Sports, but the Plymouth vs Leeds game will not air on the main channels. Instead, it will be available via Sky Sports+ through the red button or via the Sky Sports app on supported devices. Viewers require a full Sky Sports subscription and must log in with their Sky ID to access the live stream.
Team News
Leeds have received a boost with Joe Rothwell returning to training and poised to feature, potentially in his final appearance for the club. However, Dan James is yet to rejoin team sessions, Junior Firpo is nursing a hamstring issue, and Isaac Schmidt remains sidelined by knee problems. Farke admitted that James, Firpo and Schmidt face tight calls, while Rothwell is unlikely to play the full 90 minutes despite being available.
League Standings Overview
Going into the last round, Leeds United and Burnley both sit on 97 points. Should both teams win, Leeds will clinch the title due to a markedly better goal difference. The margin of superiority means that a victory over Plymouth is all that stands between the Whites and the Championship crown.
Match Officials
Referee: Jeremy Simpson
Assistant Referees: Daniel Leach and Nigel Lugg
Fourth Official: Alex Chilowicz
Prediction
With Plymouth’s relegation position already sealed and Leeds demonstrating resilience under pressure, the visitors are expected to dominate. Forecast: Plymouth 0-3 Leeds United.
