“Meslier had more touches than him…” Daniel Farke MUST DROP Leeds Player who had Fewer touches than Leeds Goalkeeper Against Bristol…

Leeds United’s latest outing in the Championship saw them extend their unbeaten run to seven games, albeit with a somewhat underwhelming goalless draw away to Bristol City. While Daniel Farke’s side may feel that two points have slipped through their fingers, the Leeds United manager will likely be relieved to have secured a point given the numerous injury absences that have depleted his squad.

The match itself was hardly a thriller, with clear-cut chances at a premium. However, Wilfried Gnonto once again showcased his quality, coming closest to breaking the deadlock with a goalbound effort that was denied by Max O’Leary. The Italian youngster’s lively display was one of the few positives to emerge from the outing, with Gnonto also providing three key passes and regularly looking to unlock the Bristol City defense.

Joe Rothwell, on loan from Bournemouth, also impressed in midfield, providing four key passes and demonstrating his creative prowess. Meanwhile, Jayden Bogle’s adventurous displays down the right flank offered a glimpse of what Leeds United are capable of, even if his end product left something to be desired.

On the other hand, Joel Piroe’s anonymous performance will have given Farke food for thought. The Dutch striker managed just 28 touches throughout the match – fewer than even goalkeeper Illan Meslier – and lost the ball eight times. His inability to provide a physical presence up front was particularly noticeable, with Piroe winning just two of his six ground duels.

Farke’s decision to wait until the 70th minute to replace Piroe with Mateo Joseph raised eyebrows, particularly given the Leeds United manager’s options on the bench. Patrick Bamford, too, will be hoping to regain his place in the starting lineup after Piroe’s underwhelming display.

As Leeds United prepare to face Wayne Rooney’s Plymouth Argyle at Elland Road, Farke will be eager to see his attacking unit click into gear once again. With Gnonto and Brendan Aaronson showing flashes of brilliance, the Whites will be hopeful of rediscovering their scoring touch.

In terms of statistics, Sam Byram and Joe Rodon topped the charts for most touches with 112 apiece, while Joe Rodon boasted the highest pass accuracy at 92%. Brenden Aaronson, meanwhile, won the most duels with nine and completed the most tackles with eight. Jayden Bogle, however, lost possession on 27 occasions – the highest tally among his teammates.

Leeds United’s draw at Bristol City may not have been the most convincing, but it extends their unbeaten run and maintains momentum ahead of their upcoming fixtures. As Farke ponders his starting lineup for the visit of Plymouth Argyle, one thing is clear: Joel Piroe will need to significantly improve if he is to retain his place in the side.

The Leeds United manager has options at his disposal, and it will be intriguing to see whether he opts to shake things up against Plymouth Argyle. One thing is certain, though – Wilfried Gnonto will once again be key to Leeds United’s attacking hopes.

With the Championship season reaching its critical phase, Leeds United’s ability to adapt and find consistency will be crucial in their push for promotion. Daniel Farke’s tactical acumen will be tested, and his decision-making will undoubtedly shape the Whites’ fortunes in the weeks to come.

As for Joel Piroe, the Dutch striker faces a fight to regain his place in the starting lineup. With Mateo Joseph and Patrick Bamford waiting in the wings, Piroe must respond quickly to avoid being overlooked. The Championship is an unforgiving environment, and Leeds United will not tolerate underperformance for long.

The visit of Plymouth Argyle to Elland Road offers Leeds United an opportunity to rediscover their scoring touch and cement their position among the Championship’s promotion contenders. With Farke’s tactical expertise and the likes of Gnonto and Aaronson leading the charge, the Whites will be confident of securing all three points.

In the midst of a fiercely competitive Championship season, Leeds United’s ability to respond to setbacks will define their campaign. Daniel Farke’s squad boasts talent and depth, but consistency will be key in their pursuit of promotion.

As the Whites prepare to face Plymouth Argyle, one question lingers: can Leeds United’s attacking unit rediscover its potency and drive the team towards victory? Only time will tell, but with Wilfried Gnonto leading the charge, anything is possible.