Leeds United’s 2-1 victory over Watford may have been a win on paper, but it was far from their best performance as reflected in a touchline incident involving manager Daniel Farke. The game started strong for Leeds, with goals from Largie Ramazani and Brenden Aaronson in the opening seven minutes giving them an early lead. However, after Aaronson’s goal, Leeds seemed to lose momentum and allowed Watford to claw their way back into the match.
Watford’s manager, Tom Cleverley, felt that his team dominated for the majority of the game, despite Leeds doing well to keep them at bay. However, Farke sensed the potential danger and expressed his frustration towards his players, particularly Wilfried Gnonto, for a defensive lapse that allowed Watford to threaten down the right flank too easily.
Gnonto, who had been performing admirably on the right wing, may be shifted to the left due to an injury to Ramazani. This tactical adjustment could pose a challenge but also provide an opportunity for Leeds to showcase their adaptability and depth in the squad. The potential reshuffle in positions might prove to be strategic as they look ahead to their next match against Bristol City.
Even though Leeds faced challenges in their game against Watford, there is optimism within the squad for improvements and adjustments to be made. With the possibility of Dan James joining the starting lineup on the right flank, Leeds could see a boost in their attacking prowess. The team will look to learn from their performance against Watford and make necessary changes to ensure they continue to strive for success in the upcoming fixtures.
