‘I’m gonna go’: Micah Richards and Alan Shearer predict who wins play-offs as Leeds destined to finish third

Title: Micah Richards and Alan Shearer Predict Who Wins the Play-Offs as Leeds United Looks Set to Finish Third

Leeds United’s hopes of automatic promotion to the Premier League have taken a hit, and they are now expected to finish third in the Championship table. Former English footballers and current television pundits, Micah Richards and Alan Shearer, have shared their predictions on who will win the play-offs.

Last Friday’s 4-0 loss to Queens Park Rangers (QPR) saw Leeds miss the opportunity to go four points clear of Ipswich Town, who have since taken advantage of their games in hand. Kieran McKenna’s side has picked up a win and a draw from their last two games, leaving them in second place, three points ahead of Leeds.

Leeds face fourth-placed Southampton at Elland Road in their final game of the season, which could be a dress rehearsal for the play-off final. However, Daniel Farke’s side needs relegated Huddersfield to beat Ipswich to have any chance of finishing second.

Micah Richards and Alan Shearer discussed the play-offs on The Rest Is Football, with Shearer backing his old club Southampton to win. “Southampton for the play-offs. I’ve got to, they’re my old club,” he said. Richards, on the other hand, thinks Leeds will win the play-offs at Wembley. “I’m gonna go Leeds in the play-offs. They’re going to bring an army down in the play-offs. Ipswich go automatic, I’m going to say Leeds in the play-offs.”

Southampton boss Russell Martin believes Leeds and Southampton fans are in a similar boat, having both spent time in the top two. He senses that Whites fans are feeling similar to Saints fans after their defeat to Stoke. Martin was at the QPR vs Leeds game and felt the disappointment and expectations of the Leeds fans.

It will be interesting to see how Daniel Farke approaches the final game, whether he rests players or goes full strength to try and carry momentum into the play-offs. Leeds will likely face West Brom in the play-off semi-finals, while Southampton will face Norwich City in the other semi-final.

The play-offs are always a thrilling and unpredictable part of the football season, and this year’s Championship play-offs promise to be just as exciting. With Leeds, Southampton, West Brom, and Norwich City all vying for a spot in the Premier League, it’s anyone’s guess who will come out on top.

Leeds United has had a strong season, but their recent loss to QPR has put a dent in their promotion hopes. They will be looking to bounce back against Southampton and take momentum into the play-offs. Southampton, on the other hand, has been in good form, with Russell Martin’s side looking confident and determined.

West Brom and Norwich City will also be looking to make their mark in the play-offs. The Baggies have had a strong season under Carlos Corberan, while the Canaries have been in good form under David Wagner.

The play-offs are always a test of nerve and determination, and this year’s Championship play-offs will be no exception. With so much at stake, it’s anyone’s guess who will come out on top and earn a spot in the Premier League.

In conclusion, Micah Richards and Alan Shearer have shared their predictions for the play-offs, with Richards backing Leeds to win and Shearer backing Southampton. The Championship play-offs promise to be an exciting and unpredictable part of the football season, with Leeds, Southampton, West Brom, and Norwich City all vying for a spot in the Premier League.