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Leeds United take on Arsenal as both teams resume their Premier League campaigns. Both teams went into the international break with a sour taste in their mouth, suffering losses. Leeds somehow managed to end up being tumbled by Crystal Palace while Arsenal produced a horror show against Aston Villa.
A crucial game for both Marcelo Bielsa and Mikel Arteta as they chase three points and a good start after the break. Expect a tactical masterclass from both managers.
There will be some good news as Kalvin Phillips as he is well poised to make his long awaited return from his one month injury layoff. Rodrigo Moreno is also likely to return after his COVID diagnosis prior to the international break.
Jamie Shackleton and Gjanni Alioski are doubtful for the game. There is also likely to be an update about Diego Llorente’s injury before the game.
The young shot-stopper has come under a bit of scrutiny in recent games with calls for a more experienced shot-stopper. Nonetheless, he continues for now.
The versatile man just has to keep switching from defence to midfield and vice-versa. Nonetheless, he does keep adjusting well to those transitions.
A much better performance will be expected from the veteran captain after a few bad games.
Koch partners Cooper in central defence and needs to improve on his game too.
Ayling will return to his familiar left-back position for this one.
Oh how the team missed him. Now that he is fit again, expect the team to perform much the better.
Another important player for the team with his endless bags of energy. Winning his midfield battle with the opposite number will be vital.
Likely to be thrown into the mix straightaway because he was one of their in-form players before being out with COVID.
The speedy winger will be vital to Leeds’ progression on the wings.
Switches to a more withdrawn role but nonetheless will need to provide threat from the wide position.
Seems like Patrick Bamford just keeps scoring and scoring. Should face a sturdy test versus Arsenal’s sturdy defence though.
