At the start of the new season, everyone at Spurs would have killed to be in Leeds United’s position.
The Whites came out of the gate flying, going unbeaten in their first few games. They pulled off incredible wins over Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United.
Spurs back then were poor and started the season on a horrible note. Roberto De Zerbi’s side had only two points after four games. The Italian boss proudly spoke about the journey to where the team are now.
“Now we are building something special. The atmosphere in the dressing room, we are building a clear style of play. The players are playing much better than in the beginning because you can win the games just with the individual qualities of the players.”
Tottenham have won three straight league games.
Team news ahead of Elland Road clash
Anton Stach. Credit: IMAGO
This weekend they face Leeds at Elland Road, with the home side woefully out of form.
Two draws and a defeat have sparked conversations around Elland Road.
Going into the game, Farke revealed that a few players are struggling with knocks including Stach, Okafor and Dominic Calvert-Lewin. Positive news for the Whites is that Joe Rodon is back.
Spurs will also be without three players, as De Zerbi ruled out Savinho, Bergvall and Mudryk. Defender Tosin Adarabioyo is available after he returned to training with the Spurs first team this week.
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Leeds United predicted XI vs Spurs
Daniel Farke’s side are in dire need of something, with a win the priority. Many have said that the German needs to change his tactics.
Fans have complained that the team is too conservative and need freedom to play and attack.
With Stach a doubt, it provides the perfect chance for Sean Longstaff to return to the lineup. The midfielder had a decent cameo last weekend.
Leeds could largely remain the same, with Dan James continuing in attack. His pace and runs caused problems against Bournemouth.
Predicted Leeds United XI vs Spurs: Trafford; Justin, Elvedi, Muharemovic; Bogle, Ampadu, Longstaff, Tanaka; James, Calvert-Lewin
