Leeds United
Leeds United could wrap up a perfect week with a result in their FA Cup tie this weekend. The Whites managed a huge comeback to draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
A point away from home this season is a very important thing in the battle for survival; especially after picking up a win against Nottingham Forest just days before. Daniel Farke’s men now have some breathing space in 15th place in the table.
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This weekend could see the club clinch a place in the next round of the FA Cup, when they face Birmingham City on Sunday.
Team news ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup clash
Ahead of this weekend, Daniel Farke has given some significant updates on Leeds United players. The club have been plagued by knocks and injury issues in the past few weeks, and this could mean some are rotated this weekend. Daniel Farke has already admitted that he may not risk Anton Stach and Jaka Bijol as they are still in rehabilitation. Pascal Struijk will also miss the game as he has still not recovered from his injury.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin will be available after missing the last game against Chelsea with an illness. But as to whether he will play against Birmingham City is a much different topic. Farke heavily rotated in the win over Derby Count in the previous round, and we could see the same on Sunday.
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Leeds United predicted XI vs Birmingham City
Sunday could see the return of Lucas Perri to the lineup; Karl Darlow has been in goal for the last few games after Farke decided to make the call. Perri was far from convincing in games against Newcastle United and Manchester United, with Daniel Farke even calling him out. Even though the Leeds boss mentioned that he may rest Jaka Bijol, the absence of Pascal Struijk may force Daniel Farke’s hands.
Ao Tanaka could see some playing time after being benched in recent weeks. The midfielder has been out of favour, with the form of Ilia Gruev and Ethan Ampadu in the team. Sean Longstaff should also feature, having not fully been fit since his injury. Facundo Buonanotte will also have the chance to make his first start in Leeds United
Predicted Leeds United XI vs Birmingham City: Perri; Bogle, Rodon, Bijol, Gudmundsson; Ampadu, Longstaff, Tanaka; Buonanotte, Gnonto, Nmecha