Danny Mills was visibly angered by the “absolutely shocking” performance of Leeds United’s defense as they suffered a 3-0 defeat against Middlesbrough in the EFL Cup on Wednesday.
Daniel Farke made several changes to the team, but they ultimately conceded a soft goal to Josh Coburn, leaving them with a disappointing result in the first-round clash. While providing co-commentary for talkSPORT, Mills didn’t mince words when critiquing the team’s defensive lapses.
The former Leeds defender criticized the lack of proper tackles, defensive efforts, and reactions from the players, going as far as to compare the defending to that of schoolboys. This glaring weakness in their performance raised concerns, especially considering Leeds’ solid defensive record in the Championship last season.
Having already conceded six goals in just two competitive games this season, it’s a worrying trend for Farke and the club’s supporters. Despite the early stage of the season, there is a need to address the defensive vulnerabilities to avoid falling into a pattern of conceding cheap goals.
While it’s crucial not to hit the panic button too early, Farke will undoubtedly be eager to tighten things up at the back before their upcoming match against West Brom on Saturday. It’s essential to remedy these defensive deficiencies quickly to ensure a more solid performance in the games to come.
