Leeds United’s Premier League season has taken a dramatic turn at exactly the right time, with Daniel Farke’s side now edging closer to safety after a crucial run of results. A commanding 3-0 win over Wolves has strengthened their position, giving them an eight-point cushion above the relegation zone and putting them within touching distance of survival.

But while Leeds fans are beginning to breathe a little easier, the wider conversation around the relegation battle has taken on a new tone — especially after a revealing discussion on Match of the Day featuring Wayne Rooney and Danny Murphy.

Rooney and Murphy shift the narrative

Sunday night’s broadcast didn’t just analyse results; it reshaped expectations. Both Rooney and Murphy weighed in on the state of the bottom half of the Premier League table, and their comments suggested that the picture may already be becoming clearer than many expected.

Rooney, never one to shy away from strong opinions, suggested that Tottenham’s situation looks increasingly fragile. With difficult fixtures ahead and pressure mounting, he indicated that Spurs could find themselves in serious danger if results continue to go against them.

Murphy, however, took the conversation a step further — and it was his wording that caught attention.

“It’s starting to feel that way,” he said, referring to the possibility that Leeds and Nottingham Forest may already have done enough to secure survival, leaving only one or two teams realistically fighting to avoid the final drop.

That phrase — “it’s starting to feel that way” — quickly became the focal point of the discussion. Not because it made a definitive claim, but because it suggested momentum is shifting in a way that is difficult to ignore.

Leeds’ transformation under Farke

Just weeks ago, Leeds were still being mentioned in survival predictions and relegation permutations. Now, the mood has changed significantly. Six points from their last two matches has not only improved their position in the table but also altered the perception of their season entirely.

Under Daniel Farke, Leeds have found a level of consistency that has come at exactly the right moment. Their recent performances have combined defensive discipline with attacking efficiency, allowing them to pull away from danger when it mattered most.

What was once a survival scrap is now becoming a controlled finish to the season — something that few expected when the campaign began.

Tottenham under pressure as the table tightens

While Leeds rise, attention has shifted elsewhere. Tottenham’s remaining fixtures have become a major talking point, with Rooney suggesting their situation could spiral if they fail to respond quickly.

Murphy echoed that concern, highlighting how pressure can build rapidly at this stage of the season, especially when rivals begin to pick up points at a crucial moment.

The implication is clear: Leeds’ improvement has not only helped themselves — it has changed the pressure landscape for others at the bottom.

One win from certainty

Leeds are now believed to be just one win away from mathematically securing safety. With matches against Bournemouth, Burnley, Brighton, and West Ham still to come, the path is simple but demanding: finish strong and remove any lingering doubt.

There is also a growing subplot around their FA Cup run, which could influence squad rotation and focus in the final stretch — something Tottenham may be hoping for when they meet Leeds later in the season.

Final stretch mentality

For Leeds, the equation is straightforward. Maintain momentum, avoid late-season collapse, and confirm survival as soon as possible. The job is not fully done, but it is now firmly in their control.

And as Rooney and Murphy’s comments suggest, the picture around them may already be settling into place — whether the rest of the league is ready to accept it or not.