‘Just amazing’: EFL pundit predicts how many points Leeds United will get in their next two games

Leeds United is gearing up for a crucial phase in their Championship campaign following the international break, with pivotal matches against Watford and Hull City on the horizon. The team, under the guidance of Daniel Farke, has been in exceptional form, propelling them to the top of the Championship standings for the first time this season after a remarkable 2-0 win against Millwall. This victory was particularly significant as it allowed Leeds to overtake Leicester City, who had led the league for the majority of the season. At the start of the year, Leeds found themselves 17 points behind Leicester, but an impressive streak of 12 wins in 13 league matches has dramatically changed the landscape, causing concern among Leicester supporters, including the notable Foxes fan, Gary Lineker, and putting players like Conor Coady on high alert.

Despite Leeds’ current position at the summit of the league, the upcoming fixtures could see them slip to third place before their match at Vicarage Road, given that Leicester and Ipswich Town are scheduled to play on Good Friday. Adrian Clarke, a respected EFL pundit, shared his predictions on the ‘What the EFL Podcast’ regarding how Leeds might fare over the Easter Weekend. Clarke anticipates that Leeds, facing a Watford team under the interim management of Tom Cleverley and a Hull City squad chasing playoff aspirations, will secure at least four points from these encounters, maintaining their unbeaten streak.

Clarke expressed optimism about Leeds’ chances, stating, “The Easter fixtures don’t look too bad. They’ve got Watford away and Hull at home, and I would expect at least four points from Leeds United. There is every chance after Easter they still could be in top spot, which is just amazing given how much of a lead Leicester had.”

As Leeds prepares for these crucial matches, the team faces fitness concerns for key players Georginio Rutter and Junior Firpo, both of whom have been instrumental in Leeds’ recent success. Rutter is currently recovering from minor surgery on a hernia, having played through pain in recent weeks. His return could be imminent, but the Watford match may come too soon for him. Firpo, on the other hand, is making his debut for the Dominican Republic national team, with their final match of the break scheduled just two days before the Watford game, posing a challenge for his availability.

Sam Byram is poised to step in should Firpo be unavailable, but Farke remains hopeful that both players will be fit for the home game against Hull City. Leeds United’s resilience and depth will be tested as they aim to continue their remarkable run and solidify their position at the top of the Championship. The team’s ability to navigate these challenges, coupled with the strategic insights of Farke and the contributions from the entire squad, will be crucial as they pursue promotion to the Premier League.