Where to watch Leeds vs. Bristol City live stream, TV channel, start time for EFL Championship match

Abhinav Nair

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Having secured promotion to the Premier League, Leeds United will look to get one step closer to winning the Championship when they host Bristol City on Monday.

Daniel Farke’s side dominant 6-0 victory over Stoke City in their previous Championship match earned them the promotion to England's top division after two years.

On the other hand, Bristol City saw their four-game unbeaten run in the league come to an end with a 3-1 loss to Luton Town, dropping them to fifth in the table, with their playoff spot at risk.

The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.

Leeds vs. Bristol City live stream, TV channel

Here's how to watch this Championship match in the U.S.:

This Championship match is not available for live TV broadcast in the English language in US. Streaming options are available on Paramount+.

Paramount+ is offering a one-week free trial for new users. This gives viewers access to all of CBS Sports' soccer inventory, most notably the UEFA Champions League, Serie A, and EFL competitions.

What time does Leeds vs. Bristol City kick off?

This Championship clash takes place at the Elland Road in Leeds, England and kicks off on Monday, April 28 at 8:00 p.m. local time.

Here's how that time translates across the U.S.:

 DateKickoff time
Eastern TimeMon, Apr. 283:00 p.m.
Central TimeMon, Apr. 282:00 p.m.
Mountain TimeMon, Apr. 281:00 p.m.
Pacific TimeMon, Apr. 2812:00 p.m.

Leeds vs. Bristol City lineups, team news

Leeds United will be without the duo of Joe Rothwell and Pascal Struijk for this game with the pair dealing with injury concerns.

Joel Piroe returned to form with a four-goal masterclass in Leeds' win over Stoke City, and he should once again lead their attack.

Leeds United predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Darlow (GK) — Bogle, Rodon, Ampadu, Firpo — Tanaka, Gruev — Gnonto, Aaronson, Solomon — Piroe.

Injured: Rothwell, Struijk
Suspended: None

Bristol City on the other hand have a some injury problems coming into this game. Left-back Cameron Pring is out for the season after picking up a hamstring injury in their last match.

Joe Williams is a doubt for this game, and Bristol City are hoping Scott Twine can be fit for this clash with Leeds.

Bristol City predicted XI (3-4-2-1 right to left): O'Leary (GK) — Tanner, Dickie, Vyner — Hirakawa, Bird, Knight, McCrorie — Earthy, Mehmeti — Wells.

Injured: Pring, Williams (doubt), Twine (doubt), Sykes
Suspended: None

Championship fixture schedule this week

All times ET

Monday, April 28

  • Leeds vs. Bristol City (3:00 p.m.)

Saturday, May 3

  • Bristol City vs. Preston North End (7:30 a.m.)
  • Burnley vs. Millwall (7:30 a.m.)
  • Coventry City vs. Middlesbrough (7:30 a.m.)
  • Derby County vs. Stoke City (7:30 a.m.)
  • Norwich City vs. Cardiff City (7:30 a.m.)
  • Plymouth Argyle vs. Leeds United (7:30 a.m.)
  • Portsmouth vs. Hull City (7:30 a.m.)
  • Sheffield United vs. Blackburn Rovers (7:30 a.m.)
  • Sunderland vs. Queens Park Rangers (7:30 a.m.)
  • Swansea City vs. Oxford United (7:30 a.m.)
  • Watford vs. Sheffield Wednesday (7:30 a.m.)
  • West Bromwich Albion vs. Luton Town (7:30 a.m.)

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Abhinav Nair

Abhinav Nair is a sports writer at The Sporting News, covering everything from football to NASCAR.

Based out of New Delhi, India, he graduated from Ambedkar University with a master’s degree in history.

In his idle time, Abhinav likes playing badminton and watching mystery shows. Before joining The Sporting News in 2024, Abhinav covered the 2022 FIFA World Cup for Goal.