Leeds United v Swansea: Daniel Farke makes huge blunder
Daniel Farke has named the Leeds United eleven to take on Swansea City in the EFL Championship at Elland Road.
With Sheffield United winning on Friday night, they are now at the top of the table, but a win for the Whites will ensure they return to pole position.
That’s because their goal difference of +51 is far superior to the Blades’ +27 which will be crucial in the race for promotion.
Brenden Aaronson’s inclusion can backfire for Farke
Farke may regret the decision he’s made in picking the eleven at Elland Road.
Brenden Aaronson has been named in his playing eleven ahead of Willy Gnonto – a decision not likely to go down well with the fans.
| Championship | W | D | L | P |
| Sheffield United | 26 | 7 | 6 | 83 |
| Leeds | 23 | 11 | 4 | 80 |
| Burnley | 21 | 15 | 2 | 78 |
Given Aaronson’s struggles recently in the final third, it made sense to have someone like Gnonto in the side who would add some dynamism in the final third.
With the American, it’s more of the same and that could see the Swansea players capitalise on it and find a way to isolate it him.
Hopefully, he has a good game or else Farke will be forced to bring Gnonto off the bench.
Leeds United fans are expected to play their part in this must-win encounter
Farke, known for his attacking yet possession-based approach, will urge his players to treat this as a must-win, emphasising consistency after a patchy run of one victory in four games.
He’ll likely stress the importance of the Elland Road crowd, highlighting their role in driving the team forward.
Tactically, Leeds should exploit Swansea’s defensive resilience by starting fast to unsettle their backline. Farke’s 4-2-3-1 setup will rely on wingers like Manor Solomon and Daniel James to stretch the pitch, creating space for Joel Piroe, a former Swan, to exploit gaps.
The midfielders must control possession and disrupt Swansea’s counter-attacks, while centre-backs Pascal Struijk and Joe Rodon stay vigilant against set-pieces.
Leeds’ solid defensive record suggests a solid base, but Farke will demand clinical finishing which has been lacking in recent draws, to convert chances.
Pressing high and maintaining intensity will be key to breaking Swansea’s resolve, ensuring Leeds seize this pivotal chance to reclaim top spot and bolster their promotion push.