Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder congratulated Leeds United and manager Daniel Farke on their promotion to the Premier League. Leeds’ promotion was sealed after Burnley’s 2-1 win over Sheffield United, which means the Blades will now compete in the playoffs.
Wilder acknowledged Leeds’ outstanding performance throughout the season, saying they “stepped on the gas” and took the title away from Sheffield United. Wilder’s team had a strong run earlier in the season but faltered with three consecutive losses, allowing Leeds to capitalize and secure promotion.
The intense competition between the three teams had made it a thrilling season. Leeds had faced a setback with a run of just one win in six games but rallied to win four games on the bounce, coinciding with Sheffield United’s decline.
Leeds’ promotion marks a significant moment for the club, which was relegated from the Premier League at the end of the 2022-23 season. The team will look to make a strong start to their Premier League campaign, with some pundits predicting relegation and others believing they’ll need to spend over £100m to ensure survival.
Farke will aim to win the Championship title with two games remaining, following his previous successes at Norwich City. The focus now shifts to Leeds’ final matches, and the team will look to build on their promotion momentum.
