Leeds United may be sitting pretty in third place in the Championship standings, but all signs point to them being the top choice for the title this season. Manager Daniel Farke’s Whites have been in sensational form, and even though he may downplay their chances, the bookmakers, supporters, and now even Opta are all pointing to Leeds as the overwhelming favorites for promotion.
Despite Farke’s modesty and insistence on focusing on the necessary summer rebuild, it’s clear that Leeds are in a prime position to return to the Premier League. With recent data showing Leeds as the most likely team to secure promotion, and potentially even clinch the title, it’s hard to argue against their potential success.
Currently just behind Sunderland and Sheffield United, Leeds have been in stellar form with three wins and a draw in their last four games. Opta’s statistics show that Leeds have a 42% chance of winning the Championship, with a 69% likelihood of securing automatic promotion. In comparison, their closest rivals, Sheffield United and Burnley, are ranked at 33% and 10% respectively.
As the Championship teams gear up for a crucial period of three games in seven days, the stage is set for the true contenders to rise to the top. Leeds United may be playing it cool, but all signs point to them being the team to beat this season.
