Back-to-back defeats see Marcelo Bielsa's side outside the top two places and they face a another tough assignment on Sunday.
Latest Odds
Despite three losses in their last five outings, bet365 make Leeds 3/4 (1.75) favourites to return to winning ways at Elland Road.
Aston Villa though, come into this game on a 10-match winning streak, propelling them firmly into the play-off picture.
The visitors are 10/3 (4.33) outsiders to keep up their winning run with the draw available at 14/5 (3.80) with the same firm.
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Team News
Leeds will be without Eunan O'Kane and Barry Douglas who remain on the sidelines, while Ezgjan Alioski has been ruled out for the remainder of the campaign.
Axel Tuanzebe could be back in contention having missed Villa's win over Millwall last time out. James Chester is unlikely to feature for the visitors while Tammy Abraham's participation is questionable.
Preview
There has been some early support for the underdogs and that's understandable at the current prices.
Leeds have looked vulnerable of late as the pressure grows on Bielsa's side. With that in mind, the visit of the most in-form team in the division is one of the trickiest assignments they could face.
Although the visitors can't reach the automatic promotion places it seems unlikely they'll rest players with the playoffs in mind.
Tips and Predictions
Villa have scored 80 goals in the league this season, 10 more than their hosts. With a defence that has conceded just six goals in the last 10 games, they're live outsiders to cause another upset.
Since December 29 Bielsa's side have won only 10 of their 19 league games, so 11/10 (2.10) on Aston Villa/Draw in the Double Chance market looks too big to ignore with bet365. This selection will pay-out if the visitors avoid defeat at Elland Road.
Those seeking a bigger price should opt for the current industry-best quote of 10/3 (4.33) on an 11th straight win for away side. That looks too big given Leeds' struggles and the increasing pressure they face as an automatic promotion place slips from their grasp.
Odds correct at the time of publish. Please gamble responsibly.
Aston Villa/Draw at 11/10 (2.10) for a 3pt stake and Aston Villa to win at 10/3 (4.33) for a 1pt stake at bet365
