Super Computer predicts Leeds United final Premier League position
Leeds United are predicted to retain their status in the Premier League despite suffering three defeats on the spin.
The Whites may consider themselves unlucky to lose 3-2 to Chelsea, but the 7-0 against Manchester City and the 4-1 vs Arsenal were harsh reality checks for them.
Injuries have not been kind on them either with a number of key players missing, which have added to Marcelo Bielsa’s woes.
Despite all that, Leeds are predicted to finish in 16th spot, according to FiveThirtyEight’s Super Computer.
They’re expected to get lower than the magic number of 40 points, which should be enough to avoid the drop.
Clubs have stayed up with 39 points in the past, but that is dangerous territory for the Whites.
Liverpool next
While putting recent form behind is one thing, Leeds have the small matter of facing Liverpool next in the Premier League.
Jurgen Klopp’s Reds are relentless and have the ability to run up a cricket score on their day.
Given how open Leeds have been in recent games, there is a very good chance of history repeating itself.
Marcelo Bielsa must find a way to get out of this slump and if that means altering his style of football, then so be it.
Leeds face a very real threat of relegation and they cannot afford to take anything for granted.
Mo Salah and co aren’t going to be easy to keep at bay and it doesn’t look like his man-for-man system will help in getting the job done.
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