Leeds STRONGEST Line up to face Plymouth Argyle as pressure mounts on Daniel Farke to win the championship this season

Plymouth Argyle Team News and Predicted XI to Face Leeds United

Plymouth Argyle manager Wayne Rooney faces a daunting task as his side travels to Elland Road to face promotion hopefuls Leeds United in the Championship on Saturday afternoon.

The Pilgrims currently sit 21st in the league table, just one place above the relegation zone, following a recent slump in form. After securing three wins in five matches, Argyle has picked up only one point from their last nine available, highlighting the challenges they face.

In their last outing, Plymouth Argyle came back from 3-0 down to draw 3-3 against Preston North End at Home Park. This hard-fought point will provide a much-needed confidence boost for Rooney’s side.

However, Argyle’s winless away record this season poses significant concerns ahead of their trip to Leeds. The Pilgrims will need to rectify their struggles on the road to secure a positive result against the Whites.

Injury Concerns

Plymouth Argyle has suffered a significant injury blow with captain Joe Edwards ruled out for the remainder of the year due to a serious hamstring problem. Edwards has started 10 of Argyle’s 12 games this season and will be sorely missed.

Defender Liam Gibson will also miss the Leeds United clash, with his return scheduled for after the international break. Loanee Darko Gyabi is ineligible to face his parent club, while winger Ibrahim Cissoko serves the final match of his three-game suspension.

Predicted XI (4-2-3-1)

Grimshaw; Pleguezuelo, Szucs, Palsson, Mumba; Forshaw, Randell; Whittaker, Al Hajj, Issaka; Gray.

Two changes are expected from the draw against Preston North End. Julio Pleguezuelo will start at right-back in place of the injured Edwards, while Andre Gray is poised to make his first start ahead of Ryan Hardie and Michael Obafemi after scoring from the bench last weekend.

Adam Forshaw and Adam Randell will partner in midfield, replacing the ineligible Gyabi. Freddie Issaka retains his place on the left wing, with Cissoko still suspended.

Leeds United vs. Plymouth Argyle Prediction:

Given Argyle’s struggles on the road and Leeds United’s promotion ambitions, the Whites are likely to secure a convincing victory.

Plymouth Argyle will need to demonstrate resilience and determination to withstand Leeds’ attacking pressure and potentially secure a valuable point.

Possible Outcome: Leeds United 3-0 Plymouth Argyle