Leeds United’s head coach, Daniel Farke, has refreshed his starting lineup with three new faces for the upcoming Championship clash against Sheffield Wednesday on Friday, 8 March.
In the aftermath of Leeds’ victory over Stoke City, Farke decided to bench Dan James, Connor Roberts, and Sam Byram, opting instead for the inclusion of Junior Firpo, Archie Gray, and Wilfried Gnonto in the starting eleven.
Gnonto is expected to grace the left wing, stepping in as a direct replacement for Byram, whereas Firpo slots into the lineup seamlessly. Meanwhile, 17-year-old Archie Gray is poised to take up the right-back position, despite having recently shown promise in the midfield.
The question looms: Can Leeds United secure a promotion to the Premier League this season?
The pathway for Leeds United is straightforward for the remainder of the season: continue amassing victories and await a potential slip from Ipswich Town or Leicester City to clinch automatic promotion.
This season, Farke’s squad has demonstrated they can emerge victorious against any opponent, having showcased their prowess in encounters with the Tractor Boys and recently toppling the Foxes, shaking up the Championship standings.
Facing Sheffield Wednesday presents a unique challenge, distinct from previous matchups. However, Wednesday has recently proven they can hold their own in this division, hinting at the possibility of an upset if they play to their full potential.
Leeds United must deliver a polished performance to secure all three points. With their promotion rivals set to play on Saturday (8 March), this match offers Leeds an exceptional chance to ramp up the pressure in the title race.
It’s widely anticipated among pundits that Leeds will seize this opportunity and walk away with a victory.
