Leeds United are back in action this weekend in the Championship with a home clash against Derby County.
Leeds United are currently sat in 3rd place in the table behind Sheffield United and Burnley. They are eyeing promotion to the Premier League this season under the guidance of Daniel Farke.
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The Whites were beaten 1-0 away at Blackburn Rovers last time out. Todd Cantwell scored the only goal of the game from the penalty spot at Ewood Park.
Farke’s men have the chance to bolster their ranks in the January transfer window ahead of the second-half of the campaign with some signings. They also have the opportunity to let some individuals head out the exit door if needed.
Derby County were promoted from League One last term along with Portsmouth and Oxford United. They were beaten 2-1 at home by Sheffield Wednesday in their last fixture.
The Rams are positioned in 15th place and are five points above the relegation zone. Paul Warne’s side are winless in their last four outings.
Here, a handful of our writers make their predictions for the game…
Harry Mail
“Leeds United are strong at home and have only lost once so far this season at Elland Road and that was to Burnley.
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“The Whites should have too much quality here and they will be eager to bounce back from their defeat to Blackburn Rovers.
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“As for Derby County, they have seen their results slump recently and they are in a for a tough test in West Yorkshire.
“Pressure could start to mount on Warne if their unbeaten run goes on here but they are playing a team who are eyeing promotion to the Premier League so it is always going to be tricky.”
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Prediction: Leeds United 2-0 Derby County
James Ray
“Leeds United might have suffered a frustrating defeat against Blackburn Rovers last time out but I’m confident that they can get back to winning ways here.
“There’s always a bit of needle between these two sides and Derby County are going to have to make this into a scrappy game if they’ve got any chance of getting something. There’s been some worrying signs for the Rams of late and I’m a little concerned about them in the long run.
“It’s tough to see them making a much-needed return to winning ways here. I’m going for a routine home win.”
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Prediction: Leeds United 3-0 Derby County