Leeds United have had an incredible start to the calendar year of 2024. The Whites have won seven of their eight matches in all competitions, with last night’s 4-1 extra-time success over Plymouth Argyle removing the sole blemish. Before Christmas, Daniel Farke had largely agreed on his starting lineup. Even with the busiest of schedules, he was hesitant to adjust it, which forced some marginal players to remain patient. However, the New Year has created an opportunity for a number of other squad members to flourish, including Patrick Bamford, Junior Firpo, and Ilia Gruev. Despite the former two’s goals and…
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Ian Foster, Plymouth Argyle’s manager, has spoken out following his team’s 4-1 defeat to Leeds United last night. Argyle were able to hold Leeds to a 1-1 tie after 90 minutes of football, much as they did in the first game at Elland Road, but Leeds’ depth eventually showed. Leeds brought on Crysencio Summerville, Georginio Rutter, and Archie Gray from the bench, and with plenty of space in extra time, the former two scored and assisted. In the end, Leeds were able to make it look like a comfortable score by winning 4-1, with 210 minutes of play separating the…
Les Dennis criticized the BBC’s coverage of Leeds United’s FA Cup meeting with Plymouth on Tuesday (6 February). Dennis objected after announcer Jonathan Pearce stated that Joel Piroe hit the “woodwork” when his first-half shot struck the crossbar. During the match at Home Park, the Whites forward came close to breaking the tie with a shot from just beyond the box. Dennis complained about Pearce’s phrasing on X, writing, “Why do football commentators still say ‘hit the woodwork?’ Please let me know whether it is the post or the crossbar. “Moan over.” Leeds United ace Piroe is in the midst…
Paul Merson criticized Ange Postecoglou for choosing Brennan Johnson over Dejan Kulusevski against Everton, claiming that the Welshman is not ready to start for Tottenham. Johnson’s first six months at Spurs since his big-money move from Nottingham Forest last summer have not been particularly spectacular. The winger’s brilliance is on full display, with the teenager demonstrating multiple glimpses of the ability and work ethic that convinced Ange Postecoglou to bring him to the club. The 22-year-old has demonstrated his blistering pace, remarkable crossing skills, and utility in counter-pressing, but he has yet to tie together a few regular performances to…
Tottenham Hotspur has been connected with Besiktas attacker Semih Kilicsoy in recent weeks. According to Turkish outlet Fanatik, Tottenham are interested in signing the 18-year-old attacker, who is one of the Superliga’s brightest young offensive talents. In January, they stated that Tottenham were pursuing Kilicsoy with Aston Villa, Napoli, and Borussia Dortmund. According to the source, the Turkish giants will not let the 18-year-old depart for less than €25 million, or approximately £22 million. Although Kilicsoy did not move during the January transfer window, the player may find himself in a new environment this summer. Tottenham will most likely be…
Despite the point gap in the table, Hjelde believes Sunderland’s squad is comparable to Leeds’. Despite the points gap in the league standings, Leeds United loanee Leo Hjelde feels Sunderland’s squad is just as skilled as his old side’s. The defender joined Wearside in the final week of the January transfer window, after spending two and a half years at United. The Norwegian made only one Championship appearance under Daniel Farke in the first half of the season and opted to depart Elland Road in search of more consistent playing time. Hjelde matched that total last weekend when he made…
Journo describes what he watched Connor Roberts perform on the Plymouth pitch while he misses out. According to Beren Cross, Connor Roberts participated in a few pre-match workouts for Leeds United before their FA Cup fourth-round replay triumph against Plymouth at Home Park. The Leeds Live journalist revealed on his personal X account (6 February) that the on-loan Burnley defender, who joined the club on transfer deadline day, went through some drills with Head of Sports Science Tom Robinson despite being ineligible for Tuesday’s (4 February) match, which saw the Whites win 4-1. Roberts was unable to make his debut…
Leeds United moved to the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 4-1 victory over Plymouth Argyle in extra time at Home Park on Tuesday, February 6. The Whites were put to the test in normal time, but after Illan Meslier brought Plymouth Argyle back into the game, three goals in extra time meant Leeds’ FA Cup trip would continue. They will now play either Chelsea or Aston Villa away from home in the fifth round of England’s oldest cup competition. MOT Leeds News ranks each player on a scale of ten following the Whites’ most recent road victory.…
Daniel Farke watched in the rain as Leeds United defeated Plymouth Argyle 4-1 in extra time, and he commented about Willy Gnonto’s knock after the final whistle. Gnonto got the ball moving for Leeds, scoring the only goal against Bristol City last Friday. A well-placed strike into the bottom corner soon after the hour mark gave Leeds the lead. However, Plymouth came from nowhere to equalize, and Gnonto was substituted after 71 minutes. Just after halftime, the star was seen cradling his foot. He lasted till the last 20 minutes of normal time. Leeds will want to keep Gnonto…
Matthew Upson was surprised live on air by Plymouth’s “unbelievable” equaliser against Leeds United in their FA Cup fourth-round replay on Tuesday (6 February). The two sides met again, this time at Home Park, after The Pilgrims forced a replay with a 1-1 draw at Elland Road on January 27th, with to Adam Randell’s second-half equaliser. After another 90 minutes at Home Park, the score remained the same, with Brendon Gallaway cancelling out Wilfried Gnonto’s 66-minute opener after a free-kick was sent into the box and knocked back across the face of goal by Ashley Phillips before the ball was…