Daniel Farke and his Leeds United side went into the international break on a positive note. The draw against Crystal Palace could now play a huge role in the upcoming fixtures.
Fans will be frustrated that the team did not manage to win their last home game and go into the international break on a win.
But there is still optimism as the team are still unbeaten in the Premier League. Leeds sit in fifth position after an impressive start to the campaign, with results against Brighton and Brentford.
The fact that the team is in a much better state than they were last year is a promising sign for this campaign.
talkSPORT presenter makes shocking Leeds United claim ahead of Arsenal game
Mikel Arteta
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This international break is the longest in recent years; it will span just over three weeks.
When Leeds United return to league action, they will face Premier League holders Arsenal. The last time Daniel Farke’s men travelled to the Emirates was not pleasing, as they lost by five goals.
talkSPORT‘s Jason Cundy believes the Whites are in for a ‘pasting’ when the league resumes.
“They’ve got Leeds, haven’t they, Arsenal? I think Leeds are in for a pasting. I think [losing to Brighton] will be a good thing for Arsenal.”
Mikel Arteta’s side lost their last game ahead of the break in shocking fashion; losing 3-0 to Fabian Hurzeler’s Brighton side.
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Daniel Farke’s side are much better than they were last year
Arsenal beating Leeds twice last season should not be held against the team this year.
Leeds have since made some significant additions to the team while maintaining Daniel Farke at the helm. The club have gotten better and that is clear from their early results.
The game against Arsenal after the international break will be tougher than most expect, and will not be a ‘pasting’.
Farke’s side have lost just one game on the road in the league since February. And after seeing how the team has performed against Brighton and Brentford, fans should have some optimism.
The Whites went away to Brighton and got a draw, with the hosts needing a late goal.
Arsenal went to the same venue weeks later and lost 3-0 and could not even get a consolation. So the match in the next couple of weeks is going to be very interesting.
