In a match between England and Andorra at Villa Park, a puzzling moment regarding Leeds United caught the attention of many. While fans eagerly await Leeds’ return to action, the international break may have provided a beneficial pause for tensions to ease following a disappointing deadline day.
During the England game, commentator Lee Dixon made an awkward error referencing Leeds’ recent 0-0 draw with Newcastle. Despite this mix-up, Leeds fans will be pleased to hear that Gabriel Gudmundsson played a full 90 minutes for Sweden, dispelling any doubts about his fitness after a recent injury scare.
Gudmundsson and the Leeds defense put on a solid performance in the game against Newcastle, keeping a clean sheet and limiting their opponents’ chances. However, Dixon’s comments about Elliot Anderson running the midfield for Newcastle were met with confusion.
It turns out, Anderson no longer plays for Newcastle as he signed with Nottingham Forest in 2024. Additionally, Newcastle’s lack of creativity in midfield was evident in their match against Leeds, where they failed to create any significant opportunities. Dixon’s remarks were met with ridicule on social media, highlighting his mistake.
Leeds’ struggle to recruit a creative midfielder like Anderson may pose a challenge for the team going forward. While players like Ampadu, Longstaff, Tanaka, and Stach offer solid options, they lack the creative spark needed in the final third.
As a result, Farke may need to adjust Leeds’ style of play to focus on defensive solidity rather than free-flowing attacking football. The decision to hire a set-piece coach indicates the team’s awareness of the need to grind out results and avoid relegation, even if it means playing a more pragmatic style of football.
