The trials and tribulations of supporting Leeds United
Sunderland 0 Leeds United 0 - Blown Away. In a stadium that looked like it had the contents of the skip from the local supermarket swirling around it, it was the weather what won it, blowing away any chance either side of trying to play on the deck.
Leeds United 1 Man United 1 - the war is not over yet. It’s 54 years since Leeds last beat Man United in back to back encounters, since 1972. So the war of the roses will have to wait until next time.
When you are riding high in fifth place and coming off the back of beating Newcastle 4-1 under the lights, it is hard not to expect an emphatic victory against a side digging itself out of an early-season rut like Crystal Palace. But Sunday two o’clock Sky Sports matches are fast becoming our kryptonite, turning into slumber afternoons if this start to the season is anything to go by.
This win against Newcastle showed the whole team in the first half on the same page. The pass and move, the physicality and unpredictability tore Newcastle apart.
Leeds manager Farke embraces bravery and is encouraging ambition after leading a remarkable turnaround in fortunes.
This was a nightmare at Stamford Bridge for Leeds United. Whatever good can be taken from the first half, the second half saw Alonso bring on his big guns and tear through the Leeds defence.
Brighton HA 1 Leeds United 1. Leeds carry on with their progress from last year with a well earned point away at Brighton.
Leeds United 1 Brentford 1 - Don't be afraid. After a torrid first half Farke changed the formation and personnel to take the game to Brentford and salvage a point. First home game of the season, Farke showed mettle.
Farke’s face was added to the iconic Guiseley club-manager mural alongside legendary figures like Don Revie, Howard Wilkinson, and Marcelo Bielsa. We were back in the Premier League after 16 years.
Leeds United 1 Brighton AFC 0 - late late show. Elland Road has seen its share of drama this season, but this was something else: daylight robbery in 96th minute.
