Leeds United will likely welcome the international break as a moment to regroup, especially after their recent 3-1 loss to Sunderland, where goalkeeper Illan Meslier made a costly error. This break provides an opportunity for Daniel Farke’s side to settle down ahead of a crucial Yorkshire derby against Sheffield United, who currently sit second in the Championship, three points ahead of Leeds.
The game at Elland Road is vital, with Leeds expected to push for a win. Fortunately for Farke, some players are thriving during the international break, most notably Leeds striker Mateo Joseph. The 20-year-old forward, who recently switched allegiances to Spain, scored a first-half hat-trick for the Spain U21s in their 4-3 victory over Kazakhstan. His standout performance will give him a confidence boost and potentially a stronger case for more playing time at Leeds.
Joseph’s performance has caught the attention of teammates and fans alike, with praise from figures like Junior Firpo and international teammates congratulating him on social media. This could serve as a reminder to Farke of Joseph’s potential ahead of the clash with Sheffield United, although Joel Piroe, who scored against Sunderland, will likely retain his place in the starting XI.
Despite the loss to Sunderland and Meslier’s mistake, Leeds can take positives from their overall performance and will look to build on that when they return to Championship action. The break might help the squad refocus and regain momentum for the busy season ahead.
GET MORE RELATED CONTENT ON SPORTWORDS.CO.UK
Leave a Reply