What was supposed to be another big result for Leeds United ended in a disappointing fashion for Daniel Farke and the fans. Many had hoped the club could continue their great home form on Saturday night.
Big results against Chelsea and Aston Villa had given the home crowd a lot of confidence heading into the game. Leeds were the only club at the bottom of the table who have showed consistency and stability in recent weeks, while others have wallowed.
The match between City and Leeds United was contested from kick off to the final whistle; there was a lot at stake for both sides too – the Whites wanted to go further up the table, while Pep Guardiola’s men sought to close the gap to Arsenal.
Daniel Farke comments after full time revealed
After a first half of dominant play from the home side, they failed to convert a big chance. In a game of this calibre, Leeds could not afford that as they found out soon enough. Antoine Semenyo scored against the run of play just before half time to shock the Elland Road crowd. That lead gave City the perfect platform in the second half, Guardiola’s side came out in the second period playing not to lose. They kept the ball and passed the home side to death, with Pep saying it ”slowed the vibe” of the home fans.
Leeds got a bit of the ball near the final minutes of the game, but failed to do anything with it. And when the final whistle went, Daniel Farke stormed the field approaching Peter Bankes, and was promptly sent off. After the game, Leeds assistant boss Eddie Rimer revealed what happened as Farke was given his marching orders:
”I just had a short chat [with Daniel Farke]. Six minutes added time, they were time wasting and there were incidents; the goalkeeper keeping the ball so he was emotional in terms of going on the pitch and asking.” he told the BBC.
”Maybe he did it in a too aggressive manner I would think. I am disappointed because he’s never a manager who’s over aggressive or over reacting. I think it’s a very harsh decision.”
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