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Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United is already set up to be a very important game at this point of the season. With just a few games left till the midpoint of the campaign, getting results are very crucial.
The Premier League table is beginning to take shape and there are some clear groupings forming. Leeds sit in 16th place just above the relegation zone, and Daniel Farke will know how important it is not to slip.
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Forest recently hired Sean Dyche after sacking Ange Postecoglou over a week ago. A team that qualified for European football last year is inexplicably having a terrible start to this season. Despite spending big on quality players, they find themselves with just one win in the league this season.
Some might say Leeds on the other hand have performed above expectations. The Whites have managed to avoid the relegation zone all season, but a brutal loss to Brighton has brought the team back down to Earth.
It is early in the season, but the pressure is on for Daniel Farke; recent results have not been taken well by the fanbase.
Leeds United Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Daniel Farke will have close to a full set of options, so do not expect many changes from him when Leeds lineup to face Nottingham Forest.
Leeds United Predicted Lineup: Perri; Bogle, Rodon, Bijol, Gudmundsson; Ampadu, Tanaka, Longstaff; Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin, Okafor.
Lucas Perri
The Brazilian was not really at fault for any of the goals in the Brighton game, and managed to keep the scoreline respectable. Perri is expected to continue in goal this weekend.
Jayden Bogle
The fullback struggled a bit in the Brighton game, but he has a strong chance of making the lineup this weekend. Bogle has quietly been one of Leeds’ best performers this season.
Joe Rodon
Nothing much to say about the Welsh defender, he has been great this season. Expect Daniel Farke to keep him at the heart of the defence.
Jaka Bijol
Is yet to put a foot wrong since being introduced into the lineup. Expect him to keep his place in the team ahead of Pascal Struijk.
Gabriel Gudmundsson
One of the club’s most consistent players this season. The Swedish international has close to zero competition at left back this season.
Ethan Ampadu
Will continue in the heart of midfield as Daniel Farke likes consistency in the team. Ampadu also offers protection in the middle of the park.
Ao Tanaka
With Anton Stach’s form dipping recently, Tanaka has the chance to win back his position. He was okay last time out against Brighton
Noah Okafor
The brightest spark in this Leeds attack this season. Okafor looks the only player capable of producing magic when needed.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Despite his goal drought, the striker is the man to lead this front line. Always guaranteed to put in a shift off the ball.
Brenden Aaronson
Daniel Farke’s tactical weapon in some games. Expect him to be used to neutralize the Forest attack.
Team News & Injuries
The Whites do not have any major injury problems heading into this game. Wilfried Gnonto seems to be the only doubt after missing out in the Brighton game last weekend. Leeds could have close to a clean bill of health ahead of this weekend.
Nottingham Forest on the other hand have a few injuries to deal with: Ola Aina and Oleksandar Zinchenko are not yet available. Douglas Luiz’s injury is yet to be assessed, and Chris Wood is a doubt for this weekend.
Score Predictions: Expert Analysis
Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United is going to be a tight game, more than many would expect. The Whites have a habit of making games harder for teams of better quality this season. Daniel Farke’s men have only been beaten convincingly twice this season – the 5-0 loss to Arsenal, and the 3-0 defeat to Brighton.
Leeds will be a stubborn opponent, and will not be an easy task for a Forest side struggling for form.
Prediction: Nottingham Forest 1-1 Leeds United.
Head-to-Head & Past Form
Nottingham Forest and Leeds United have faced each other five times in the last six years. The last game between the two sides was won by Leeds who beat Forest 2-1 at Elland Road in 2023.
These five games have seen Nottingham Forest win three times, while the Whites have just one win, with one game ending in a draw. Sunday’s game will be exciting as both sides are not in the best of form this campaign.
How To Watch
Nottingham Forest vs Leeds United will be available to watch in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League. The coverage starts at 12.30pm with the game starting at 2pm.
Daniel Farke and Sean Dyche have a massive opportunity this Sunday to shape their team’s fate heading into the midpoint of the season. Both sides are not in the best of form, and the three points available will be very crucial.
The Whites may have the upper hand, with Forest playing European football midweek. This will surely be a clash to keep an eye on this weekend.
In other news, Leeds United have been linked with a big name free agent who could potentially save their season.
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