Sunderland icon Niall Quinn recently expressed his concerns about the threat posed by Leeds United in the promotion race, highlighting them as a more formidable opponent than Burnley. This statement came following Leeds’ frustrating goalless draw against Bristol City, which left them slightly behind in the race for the top spot.
Meanwhile, Burnley also struggled to find the back of the net in their 0-0 draw against QPR, opening the door for Sunderland to further solidify their position at the summit of the table under the guidance of Regis Le Bris.
In their recent encounter against Des Buckingham’s Oxford United, Sunderland faced a tough challenge as the U’s, coming off a playoff promotion, proved that they are capable of competing with the best in the Championship – much like Sunderland themselves. However, goals from Jobe Bellingham and Wilson Isidor sealed a dominant 2-0 victory for Sunderland, with the match being described as a one-sided affair by NTT20 host George Elek.
With 28 points from 12 games, Sunderland currently sit five points ahead of both Leeds and Burnley in the standings. However, as the winter schedule begins to take its toll, the chasing pack could close the gap and put pressure on the Black Cats.
Former Sunderland player and chairman Niall Quinn believes that Leeds United will be the team to watch out for, as they have shown strength and resilience in their performances. Despite the unpredictable nature of the season, it is likely that Leeds will secure a top-four finish and potentially challenge for the top two spots.
As Sunderland continue to set the pace, the pressure mounts on them as the leaders of the pack, with the chasing teams waiting for any opportunity to capitalize on slip-ups. The race for promotion is intensifying, and Leeds United are poised to make a significant impact on the competition, adding an extra layer of excitement and anticipation to the season ahead.
