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Scott Mason

Mon 30 March 2026 8:30, UK

Callum Wilson may not get his chance for West Ham United against Leeds in the FA Cup, with his record a cause for concern.

While survival is priority number one for the Irons, being drawn against fellow relegation rivals in the FA Cup presents a unique chance for the E20 outfit to reach Wembley.

This season, the Hammers have already been on the receiving end of defeat to Daniel Farke’s side, but Nuno Espirito Santo will be seeking revenge.

These two sides will face off in the closing game of the season, which could be imperative for either’s survival hopes.

West Ham versus Leeds in the FA Cup provides a chance for one of these two outfits to gain bragging rights before then and confidence in the relegation battle, but Wilson may have to watch from the bench.

What is Callum Wilson’s record against Leeds United?

Wilson’s minutes at West Ham have been limited in recent weeks, but a chance to impress in the cup quarter-finals may have been on his mind.

The FA Cup is a competition the English forward knows well, scoring four goals in 11 appearances throughout his career.

However, the veteran striker may have to wait for his next appearance in England’s premier cup competition, with his struggles against Leeds a bad omen for the Hammers.

In terms of goal contributions, the Englishman’s record is not terrible against Leeds, with two goals and two assists throughout seven matches.

On paper, it may seem like the striker has the qualities to make an impact and deliver a result for West Ham.

However, the issue emerges when reviewing the outcomes of those fixtures. During his career, the 34-year-old has never been on the winning side in a game against the Whites.

Wilson has drawn two matches and lost five against the Elland Road outfit, proving to be the strikers’ bogey team.

Wilson chance may not be vs Leeds, but the striker is still useful for Nuno

While Wilson may want to achieve a career-first win, the best option for Nuno might be to stick the forward on the bench.

Despite West Ham playing better with Wilson on the pitch, now may not be the time to tempt fate with a potential semi-final at Wembley on the line.

However, in the upcoming Premier League games, there is no reason as to why Wilson should not get his chance.

Throughout this campaign, Wilson is scoring goals at a faster rate – a goal every 211 minutes – than any of his other teammates, and with relegation staring Nuno in the face, his side needs to start scoring and picking up results.