The Leeds United faithful arrived into the game with little hope of survival. Their worst fears came true, with Tottenham Hotspur capitalizing on their defensive errors time and again. Early goals in both halves undid all of Sam Allardyce’s meticulous plans as Elland Road was confronted with the harsh reality of relegation. Tactical analysis and […]
Liverpool overcame the away sickness which had undermined their season so far, and they did that in a stylish fashion at Elland Road. In their best match this season, Liverpool showed no mercy, as they dismantled the ailing hosts ruthlessly by a five-goal margin. This match saw Liverpool benefit from a truly impressive structure in […]
Brighton’s poise and panache are pushing a bid to reach Europe next year. A stylish approach produced another game full of goals, but the outcome aligned with a frustrating streak of form. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Both the camps in this clash are well aware of the precarious status of management. […]
An hour into an unattractive performance, Erik ten Hag made an important change to his frontline. To the wing went Bruno Fernandes, and in the ten position was Wout Weghorst: the password to a tough Leeds United code. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. How bizarre is it to get back-to-back matches just […]
Aston Villa continued their charge up the Premier League table under Unai Emery with a win over Leeds United. The visitors certainly put in an improved performance relative to their recent run of results, but it should be noted that the tactical pattern of the match suited them as Villa were happier to keep more […]
Manchester City returned to Premier League action with a bang, as they commanded Leeds United from the first minute. City’s shape in possession caused a variety of problems and although Leeds altered their approach, they were no match for their opponents. Rodri’s first-half goal and Erling Haaland’s brace were enough to secure the three points. […]
In a fixture where both outfits had it all to gain, the class of the favorites set them apart. Mikel Arteta moved the pieces on the chessboard to allow the left edge to flourish, setting the tone for a showing where Arsenal ought to have mowed down their guests long before the final whistle. Tactical […]
The game started in a fairly routine manner for Manchester City, but Leeds United grew into the game with a fast and aggressive approach which had the potential to be awkward for City. However City were able to keep their composure and exploit the spaces left by Leeds’ aggressive approach in the second half as […]
Leeds brought a high tempo approach to the game, and their pressing made Wolves uncomfortable in the early stages. A couple of forced substitutions and a goal for Wolves helped the home side gain more stability midway through the half, and they eventually went in 2-0 up. Things spiralled out of control for them in […]
Jesse Marsch made his Premier League debut as he took Leeds United to visit Leicester City in a very important match. With just a two-point buffer to the relegation zone, points are precious for the visitors, especially because the likes of Burnley and Everton below them were starting to pick up good results. Although Leeds […]