Leeds United’s hopes for automatic promotion in the Championship are in jeopardy due to their poor away form. A recent 1-0 defeat at Blackburn Rovers highlighted their struggles, as they have only managed one win on the road since mid-September.
Despite dominating possession, Leeds could not break down Blackburn’s well-organised defense. Blackburn showed more intensity and physicality, with United’s left flank particularly vulnerable. The match-winning penalty was conceded by Japanese international Ao Tanaka, who was beaten by Tyrhys Colan.
Numerous attacks from Leeds were thwarted by inaccurate passing and poor deliveries, with key players failing to make an impact. Manager Daniel Farke made attacking changes in the second half, but it was not enough to secure a result.
Ultimately, Leeds missed an opportunity to go top of the table and instead slipped to third place. Farke acknowledged Blackburn’s deserved victory and highlighted the need for his team to show more aggression and quick thinking in future matches.
