Leeds United had a strong start to the season but suffered a blow with a last-minute defeat to Fulham that has shaken their confidence. Their lack of quality in the final third was evident in the loss, leading to concerns about the overall squad’s quality.
Gabriel Gudmundsson’s own goal in injury time handed Fulham a victory, marking Leeds’ second defeat in their first four games. The team’s struggles in London continued, with Leeds now facing nine straight Premier League defeats in the capital.
Of additional worry is Leeds’ inability to score from open play, having only managed one goal from a penalty in their opening match against Everton. This defeat has sparked discussions about their chances of survival in the Premier League, despite it being early in the season.
Criticism was directed at Gudmundsson for his own goal, with Jason Cundy highlighting the brutal nature of the loss and questioning the defender’s thought process. While Leeds have performed decently overall, the defeat at Fulham has the potential to dent their confidence.
Manager Daniel Farke faces the task of picking his team up after the setback. He has acknowledged the team’s lack of quality and suggested that they may need to rely on their spirit until reinforcements arrive in January.
Leeds will face Wolves in their next game, a crucial match that they must win early in the season. Wolves have also struggled, losing all four of their opening league games. Leeds will be aiming to capitalize on Wolves’ poor form and secure a victory to boost their confidence following the disappointment against Fulham.
