Alan Shearer Pinpoints The One Factor Deciding Leeds United’s Premier League Status: Can They Stay Up? | OneFootball

Alan Shearer has gone on the record to back Leeds United in their scrap to stay in the Premier League. He points to their strong run at Elland Road as the big reason why they’ll make it. While appearing on Match of the Day, the league’s all-time top scorer said the rowdy atmosphere in West Yorkshire gives them a massive leg up over the other teams at the bottom. Speaking about the relegation race, Shearer said: “Leeds will be alright, I think, because of the home form. Really strong at home.”

Alan Shearer Backs Leeds United for Premier League Safety Amid Elland Road Fortress Verdict

The team have been hot and cold all season. Even so, Shearer is convinced the Whites have enough talent to avoid going back down to the Championship. He believes their home games are the key to staying up. He said their strength in front of their own fans will be what ultimately keeps them safe.

As of February 9, 2026, things are still tight at the bottom of the table, but Daniel Farke’s side have a real fighting chance. Leeds are sitting 16th right now with 29 points. They are neck-and-neck with Tottenham and sit three points above the relegation zone.

This follows a massive 3-1 win against Nottingham Forest last Friday. Dominic Calvert-Lewin kept his scoring streak going in that game, hitting double digits for the season. That performance backs up exactly what Shearer is saying. The 55-year-old former England captain has been through it all before, so he knows a thing or two about playing under pressure.

Can They Stay Up In The Premier League?

LEEDS, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 06: Jayden Bogle of Leeds United celebrates the 3rd Leeds goal with Noah Okafor during the Premier League match between Leeds United and Nottingham Forest at Elland Road on February 06, 2026 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Leeds United have shown plenty of heart throughout this 2025/26 season. They’ve had some rough days on the road, but they’ve made up for it with some massive nights at Elland Road. Farke has built a team that roll up their sleeves and fights for everything.

That’s true even if they aren’t quite as slick as the top six clubs. In our honest opinion, Leeds will be playing Premier League football again next year. Calvert-Lewin knows how to find the back of the net, and the crowd brings an energy that teams like West Ham and Burnley just can’t match. It’ll likely go right down to the wire. But that win against Forest showed they’ve got the stomach for a scrap. If they keep playing with that same fire at home, they’ll get the points they need to stay up.