In preparation for their upcoming match against Leeds United at Elland Road, Wayne Rooney has emphasized the need for his Plymouth team to silence the home crowd.
Rooney, who has faced challenges in finding consistency in his team’s performances, recognizes the daunting task of playing at Leeds’ renowned stadium. Speaking about the atmosphere at Elland Road, Rooney acknowledged the historic and intimidating setting in a recent interview with Plymouth Argyle’s official club site.
“We must be able to handle the pressure and expectation of playing in such a big club’s home ground. Our focus is on being more resilient defensively, closing down spaces, and being more aggressive in our approach,” Rooney explained.
Leeds United, aiming to close the gap in the league standings with frontrunner Sunderland, can ill-afford to drop points in crucial matches like the upcoming one against Plymouth. Despite Plymouth’s underdog status, Leeds must not underestimate their opponents, especially considering Argyle’s surprising victory over Sunderland earlier in the season.
As Daniel Farke’s squad looks to maintain their promotion aspirations, staying focused and avoiding complacency will be key. With the electric atmosphere at Elland Road adding to the pressure, Leeds must start the match strongly to secure a vital win and close in on the league leaders.
