The fierce rivalry between Leeds United and Manchester United is a well-established fact, and their upcoming clash next season promises to be intense as ever. Darts sensation Luke Littler recently experienced the full brunt of this animosity during a Premier League Darts event at the First Direct Arena.
Booed and taunted by the crowd, particularly the Leeds supporters, Littler responded defiantly, making yawn and crying baby gestures in the face of the relentless mocking. Despite the hostile reception, he managed to stay focused and performed well throughout the night, even taking a subtle dig at the Leeds fans with a 4-1 gesture during the walkout for the final match against Luke Humphries.
After the event, Littler shrugged off the banter, attributing it to typical fan behavior. However, his pre-match comments about Leeds being an “easy six points” next season may come back to haunt him, especially if Farke’s team can strengthen their squad during the transfer window.
While survival in the Premier League will be a tough challenge for Leeds, particularly against the quality divide, a victory over Manchester United is not beyond their reach. The Red Devils have endured a disappointing season and will be vulnerable, giving Leeds a chance to secure a double victory over their bitter rivals and potentially turn the tables on Littler and his confidence.
