Leeds promotion chances shift in supercomputer prediction after Sheff United win
Sheffield United secured victory in the Steel City derby, with Leeds United’s chances of achieving promotion shifting as a result.
Leeds were forced to settle for a point in a 2-2 draw with QPR, suffering a blow to their chances of achieving a top-two finish.
However, those chances were reduced even further when Sheffield United secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Sheffield Wednesday, moving level on points with the Whites.
Given the failures of last season, the pressure is on Daniel Farke to deliver promotion to Elland Road, but with eight games left to be played, it won’t be as easy as many would have anticipated a few weeks ago.
Sheffield United increase chance of promotion
If Leeds fail to get promoted, it would be a huge collapse and could have a fairly drastic effect on the future of Farke.
The German could be relieved of his duties at Leeds if that is to happen, though, according to the latest Opta supercomputer predictions, his side remain on track to achieve their ultimate goal.
Leeds are still the favourites for the Championship title, with a 61.76 per cent chance of lifting it at the end of the season, while they have an 89.74 per cent chance of acheicing a top two finish, slightly less than the prediction made after the QPR draw.
| Championmship 24/25 | W | D | L | P |
| Leeds | 23 | 11 | 4 | 80 |
| Sheffield United | 25 | 7 | 6 | 80 |
| Burnley | 21 | 15 | 2 | 78 |
Farke’s side are forecasted to finish on 96 points, which would see them finish two points above Sheffield United in second and three points above Burnley in third, showcasing just how close the race is.
There is every chance that the race for a Premier League return will go down to the last game of the season, and Leeds need to be prepared for all eventualities.
Leeds United need to build momentum
Form has been hard to come by for the Whites as of late, with just one victory in their last four Championship encounters.
Sheffield United and Burnley have shown no signs of slowing down, and it is essential that Leeds avoid doing it themselves.
Promotion still remains in the hands of Farke’s side, but only if significant improvements are made ahead of the final eight games of the campaign.