24 Aug 2024 11:02:26
Thought it was a much improved performance last night but on reflection think it was an excellent away performance.
Wendies were very poor but only because to took the game by the scruff of the neck last night, credit where it’s due I thought Farkey got it spot on last night with the squad he had available.
BA was a massive improvement on Piroe who looks a lost soul just now and we should probably cash in on him he’s just not mobile enough for our style of play.
We still went across the back four last night (Struick most touches in team) but, unlike Brom it was done with purpose to create holes in midfield.
Thought Willy was immense last night, terrified them and always making something happen think he can fill that 10 slot which in reality in this passing team is more of a false 9 playing slip passes over 3 or 4 yards rather than 25 yards.
Dj great goal but his final ball crossing still isn’t good enough and if Solomon stays fit he’s a far better player, and DJ may be back to impact sub.
Little harsh on Amps Brighty, I think he cares so much about the team and now he’s captain I think he’s trying too hard in dropping in and out of the back four which led to mistakes but I loved his steely determination and fight last night.
Great birthday present for Aus and definitely reasons to be optimistic after last nights excellent performance.
Never mind another full back (Bogle will be a great buy) central striker to back up MJ is what’s needed even if we need to trade in Piroe to get the right player.
24 Aug 2024 12:09:16
We passed much much quicker last night and teams can't hack that the movement was to good for Sheffield mot on to Hull.
24 Aug 2024 12:47:44
Class .
DJ though is an impact STARTER ( not sub) . his tonne of goals and assists ( combined 2nd highest) last season nearly all came from starting not being a sub.
Just as importantly he gives Leeds that va va room, 120% every match and yesterday ( and always) tracks back to provide Leeds dodgy defensively RB Bogle with extra cover and support
As for his crossing yesterday it was very good .
He scored 9 out of 10 with most reporters .
' delivered some excellent crosses into box ' Leeds Live . '
Excellent. Some good crosses ' Yorkshire Evening Post
Not sure why you would wanna drop him for a guy that hasn't played for nearly a year also.
Careful what you wish for Class!
24 Aug 2024 13:00:40
Game of opinions Baz I said he scored a great goal and he will always be a threat in this league I truly don’t care if Solomon loses out to Dj for the betterment of Leeds United in the end but DJ does need to improve his final pass and crossing based on what I watched yesterday and his career to date if he’s to be a successful epl player.
He deserved his high score yesterday too, but in my opinion he has a need to develop in this area if final ball.
The difference Baz is I want what’s best for the team you want the ridiculous opportunity to continually highlight how “your” Dj did well.
You really are a broken record, in twisting everything people post to fit your self centred agenda, so tiresome.
24 Aug 2024 13:04:18
Great game. Great highlights. Threats coming from all over the place; James and Bogle, James and Joseph, Joseph and arranson, arranson and Gnonto, Firpo and Gnonto, it's great to see.
Gruev pushing up and supporting was a positive as well. Seeing Rodon on the centre circle as we squeezed them in was refreshing compared to the tippy tappy.
Leeds do their best work when we're aggressive and just go all out. Keep it up, lads!
24 Aug 2024 13:06:00
James crossing was abysmal last night. Never looks up and picks out a man just flashes it in the box. Lovely flick for first goal though.
Gnonto played reasonably well but I can’t stand the fella with all his diving and whinging n moaning. He will actually lie on the grass while play goes on with absolutely nothing wrong with him!
Aaronson worked hard and took his goal well but offered little else.
Excellent three points.
24 Aug 2024 13:17:22
I thought dj had a good game last night. He was a bit quiet against the brom but he had no service.
Solomon plays mostly left side so even when or if he gets match fit he should not be a starter over dj.
I don't where Ramazani plays anyone know?
24 Aug 2024 13:58:35
Good post Class.
Much better all-round as you say. We had purpose in almost everything we did.
My Man of the Match, Mateo - I don't care if he doesn't score, if he can set others up like that then wow!
24 Aug 2024 14:01:32
I thought Bogle played well after a dodgy start to the game. Kept the wide lad in check and got forward extremely well.
24 Aug 2024 14:15:07
IF it really is going to be to the betterment of Leeds United. then great Class. but would it though. that remains to be seen
Game of differing opinions indeed.
24 Aug 2024 14:20:08
Indeed Ben 100.
24 Aug 2024 14:26:08
Largie plays mainly on the left but can lead the line.
24 Aug 2024 17:14:37
Did think that maybe I was being overly harsh on him, Class. I don’t doubt the guys ability, or passion, or pride to be Captain. He just looked a bit off the pace to me last night, that’s all.
24 Aug 2024 19:31:11
You don't always need to put your head up when you sling a good ball in, Cork. You're aiming for areas of the pitch where players can attack it. He put some belters in last night did DJ.
24 Aug 2024 19:53:47
Too right DJ did.
24 Aug 2024 20:33:34
I said in live chat that for me, his cross count was about 50:50.
A mix of excellent, and abysmal. Suppose it what sticks in the memory most that sways an individuals perspective.
24 Aug 2024 20:57:19
Problem was he didn’t even hit the good areas of the box too often.
24 Aug 2024 23:18:53
Are you sure you were actually watching tbe Leeds game Corky?