A sixth chapter awaits in Leeds United’s pursuit of Premier League safety on Saturday afternoon, as The Whites host Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth at Elland Road.
Seven points from five games, which have included two of the Premier League’s Champions League sides and three away games, is a great start. The fixture list is about to get a touch easier for Daniel Farke’s side.
Ahead of the October international break, Leeds now have two home games in which they will look to build on their solid start. Farke knows he needs a point a game to obtain Premier League safety next May.
First up before the break is Bournemouth on Saturday, before Tottenham a week later. The last Premier League fixture at Elland Road between Leeds and Bournemouth saw Jesse Marsch secure a rare 4-3 win.
Peter Crouch predicts both teams to score, but Leeds to win
From the two games at Elland Road this season, Leeds have four points. A win against an Everton side that looks much-improved under David Moyes, and a 0-0 draw against Newcastle. No goals conceded.
The likes of Antoine Semenyo, David Brooks and Evanilson will be looking to change that at Elland Road. But on the Peter Crouch podcast, former England star Crouch backed Leeds to pick up a surprise 2-1 win.
Crouch also praised the signing of Dominic Calvert-Lewin, after his goal against Wolves. A goal that saw Leeds finally end their wait for a goal from open play, which had not come in the first four matches.
“Good result for Leeds, good to see Dominic Calvert-Lewin scoring. Brilliant header. He’s a top player, if he stays fit, he’ll be a great signing. Bournemouth have started strongly, great manager. Leeds win, 2-1.”
Leeds United injury round-up as trio return, one injured
Farke will speak to reporters later today, but the German gaffer is expected to confirm the return of Willy Gnonto, Dan James and Lucas Perri from injury. Gnonto and James were only doubts to face Wolves.
Farke confirmed Leeds expect Perri to be okay, but would know more by the middle of this week in his pre-Wolves press conference. Dom Matteo believes Karl Darlow should retain his place ahead of Perri.
But Jayden Bogle is set to miss out, after suffering a foot injury against Wolves. Leeds will likely hand James Justin his first start after a £10m move from Leicester. Anything else will come as new Leeds news.
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