🎟 PL2 attendance record is 16,935, as Everton lifted the Div 1 title at Goodison Park in 2017. As of yesterday, #LUFC had sold 8,000 tickets before walk-ups & purchases on the day. Expecting in excess of 10,000 vs Man United U23s at Elland Road tonight.
Manchester United name 11-cap Tunisian international Hannibal Mejbri and recently called-up to the Argentine national team Alejandro Garnacho in their XI. How’s that for a talent pool.
No. 16 Charlie Savage the son of former Derby County captain Robbie.
Archie Gray back out there for the 23s tonight. He’s named on the bench. Only turned 16 last week. Should be revising for his GCSEs if you ask me.
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Leeds United head coach Jesse Marsch feels there's been 'full investment in transforming the playing style' since taking charge, spending lots of time in the video room. Observations here from the win over Norwich, in particular how #LUFC press, set traps and hunt in packs.
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Out of possession, Leeds begin with clear, not too distant lines in midfield and defence. As Ayling steps out to dispossess Rashica, Klich moves towards the open space as insurance. All 11 players are positioned centrally within the width of the box - typical of Marsch sides.
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Particularly in the first half, Leeds used Ben Gibson's pass to Brandon Williams as a 'pressing trigger'. As soon as the ball is played, that's James' trigger to engage while Bamford covers the return pass. Rodrigo and Raphinha support by blocking Williams' other out-balls.