Bielsa confirms Leeds star out for Arsenal clash, one key player doubtful

Bielsa confirms Leeds star out for Arsenal clash, one key player doubtful – originally posted on Sportslens.com Marcelo Bielsa has confirmed that midfielder Kalbin Phillips is a big doubt for Sunday’s Premier League clash against Arsenal. The Argentine has confirmed in the press conference today (via Phil Hay of the Athletic) that Pablo Hernandez is […]

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Bielsa set for court appearance today – the story behind suing his former club

Bielsa set for court appearance today – the story behind suing his former club – originally posted on Sportslens.com Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa will appear in court today – virtually, via video conference – as he sues Lille for severance pay. The Argentine boss is seeking more than €19 million in damages and severance pay […]

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One per Premier League club: Positive stat leaders

We found a metric each team topped, now it’s time for a player from each team. Thanks to FBref and WhoScored for the lovely Premier League statistics, all of which are per 90 minutes unless otherwise stated.   Arsenal: Bernd Leno – lowest percentage passes over 40 yards (18.4%) The stats get better, I promise. It was […]

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‘We’re losing’, ‘Leeds will put us to the sword’ – Some Arsenal fans react to news ahead of Whites’ visit

‘We’re losing’, ‘Leeds will put us to the sword’ – Some Arsenal fans react to news ahead of Whites’ visit – originally posted on Sportslens.com Leeds United visit Arsenal on Sunday and will look to leave London with all three points in order to keep their chances of finishing in the top half of the […]

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Alioski ‘can’t wait’ to face Arsenal star as he ignites grudge match

Leeds United full-back Ezgjan Alioski has privately told his team-mates that he “can’t wait” to face Arsenal winger Nicolas Pepe on Sunday after the red card controversy in their last meeting. Pepe headbutted Alioski in an off-the-ball incident and was given a straight red card in the 51st minute of their Premier League clash in […]

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Ranking all 22 2020/21 Premier League managers so far…

Don’t know about you, but we reckon 23 games into the season is the perfect time to pass judgement on all the managers who have been in charge of Premier League clubs this season. So that’s what we’ve done.   22) Sam Allardyce (West Brom, since December) Full disclosure, we thought this was a pretty […]

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On This Day – 10th February

Leeds United narrowly avoided a huge FA Cup upset on this day in 1975, winning 1-0 in an FA Cup replay against non-league Wimbledon.The first match between the two at Elland Rod ended in a goalless draw, with Wimbledon goalkeeper Dickie Guy saving a penalty from Leeds hardman Peter Lorimer. Interest was huge in the […]

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The best and worst transfers between Premier League rivals

The best and worst transfers between Premier League rivals – originally posted on Sportslens.com Title contenders often follow a golden rule in the transfer market: don’t sell to direct rivals. However, there are a fair few occasions where this rule hasn’t been followed. Sometimes the player wanted to leave; other times the club received an […]

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Bielsa lines up an exciting target for Leeds…could be another transfer masterstroke

Bielsa lines up an exciting target for Leeds…could be another transfer masterstroke – originally posted on Sportslens.com According to reports from Juve Live, Marcelo Bielsa has identified Douglas Costa as the ideal replacement for Raphinha in case he leaves the club in the summer. Raphinha’s situation  Leeds signed Raphinha during the summer transfer window from […]

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‘He’s flying’, ‘surprised himself’: Carragher and Bent agree over £35k-per-week Leeds player

‘He’s flying’, ‘surprised himself’: Carragher and Bent agree over £35k-per-week Leeds player – originally posted on Sportslens.com Former Liverpool defender turned popular pundit Jamie Carragher has showered praise on Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford after his impressive display against Crystal Palace in the Premier League at Elland Road on Monday. The 27-year-old striker scored the […]

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