Leeds United’s hopes for automatic promotion took a hit over the weekend, with Gary Lineker’s analysis adding to the anxiety felt by Elland Road supporters.
Mike Grella had warned that Leeds could be their own downfall before the draw with Swansea, and unfortunately his prediction came true. Despite appearing to have the game under control with two legitimate goals, Illan Meslier’s mistakes allowed Swansea to score a last-minute equalizer, leading to a disappointing result against a lower-ranked opponent.
Now sitting two points behind Sheffield United and tied with Burnley, Leeds are in a precarious position with seven games left in the season. Gary Lineker’s comments about the uncertainties of the playoff system have added further worry for the fanbase who are all too familiar with the team’s playoff struggles.
Looking back at last season’s late-season slump, there is a sense of deja vu among Leeds supporters. With their promotion hopes hanging in the balance, the pressure is on for the team to improve their form in the final stretch of games. Daniel Farke’s confidence in the team’s promotion chances highlights the stakes at hand, with Leeds needing a significant improvement in their results to secure a spot in the top two positions.
