All the key information you need to know ahead of this evening's huge Premier League clash between Leeds United and Brentford.
Leeds United’s final game before the March international break sees them host Brentford in the Premier League. Daniel Farke’s side drew 0-0 with Crystal Palace last time out, producing a mammoth defensive performance while a man down for the entire second half.
Brentford arrive at Elland Road having won just one of their last five games but could still cap off an impressive season by qualifying for Europe. Below, the YEP has all the key information you need to know ahead of their game against Leeds.
When is Leeds United vs Brentford?
It is the last of four Premier League games to take place on Saturday, all of which kick off at different times. There is only one 3pm game - Fulham vs Burnley - with Brighton hosting Liverpool at 12.30pm and Chelsea heading to Everton at 5.30pm.
Is Leeds United vs Brentford on TV?
It is indeed. Sky Sports picked the West Yorkshire meeting for live broadcast back in January.
The game will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky One. Build-up is scheduled to start at 7.45pm but in reality, it will immediately follow the conclusion of Everton vs Chelsea, which kicks off at 5.30pm and is also on Sky Sports.
Can I stream Leeds United vs Brentford
Those away from a television screen can stream the game via the Sky Sports app. It will also be available via Now TV with a valid subscription.
Sky Sports will likely post individual highlights on their social media channels with a more complete package arriving shortly after full-time. For a more in-depth reflection of the game, Match of the Day takes place on BBC One and the BBC iPlayer from 10.30pm.
Why is Leeds United vs Brentford on so late?
Saturday 8pm kick-offs are becoming increasingly common in the Premier League, with the slot usually available to Sky Sports following a new TV deal which entitled the broadcaster to 215 live games.
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Even when confirming the unusual kick-off time back in January, the Premier League warned it could be moved again closer to the time. Whether or not that happened was dependent on the participation of other clubs in European or EFL cup competition.
A Premier League statement at the time confirmed: "This match is subject to possible movement to 12.30pm or 5.30pm on Saturday 21 March dependent upon the participation of clubs in the EFL Cup final and Champions League. To be confirmed not later than 2 March."
With Liverpool in Champions League action on Tuesday night earlier this week, they can remain in the Saturday 12.30pm slot while Chelsea’s failure to reach the Carabao Cup final means they stay in the 5.30pm slot. And so Leeds vs Brentford was able to remain at 8pm.
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