Stoke City v Leeds Utd Match Thread
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Leeds United v Stoke City
Monday 21st April@15:00 | Elland Road
For Leeds United, their Easter Monday fixture isn't just another game; it's a potential gateway to the Premier League. After a season of relentless pursuit, the promised land is within touching distance, but to reach it on Monday, they must overcome a stubborn Stoke City side and hope for a favour from Burnley against Sheffield United.
The Elland Road faithful have been here before, tantalisingly close to promotion, and they know better than to take anything for granted. This time, however, the finish line feels tangibly closer. But Stoke won't be rolling out the red carpet. Their late-season surge has seen them pull away from the Championship trap-door, and are looking to finish their campaign in style.
Adding to the anticipation for Leeds fans is the welcome return of Dan James. The Welsh winger, a standout performer for the Whites this season, made a timely comeback on Good Friday, featuring for the final 15 minutes. His recent hamstring strain had sparked fears he might miss the crucial run-in, making his return a massive boost both on and off the pitch.
However, Pascal Struijk remains sidelined with his foot injury, meaning Leeds will continue with the solid Welsh centre-back partnership of Ethan Ampadu and Joe Rodon. In goal, Karl Darlow will continue to deputise for Illan Meslier, ensuring experience between the posts. Stoke City continue to contend with several injury issues, as defenders Josh Wilson-Esbrand, Michael Rose and Enda Stevens are set to remain confined to the treatment room alongside midfielder Sol Sidibe.
Mark Robins may field an unchanged starting XI after back to back wins against Cardiff City and Sheffield Wednesday, with Junior Tchamadeu, Ben Wilmot, Ashley Phillips and Eric Bocat bound to continue in a back four after their clean sheet. January arrival Ali Al-Hamadi should again lead the line with support from Jun-ho Bae, Lewis Baker and Million Manhoef despite competition from Sam Gallagher, Lewis Koumas and Andrew Moran.
Easter Monday promises high drama,nail-biting tension and some sore heads on Tuesday. Leeds destiny is in their own hands, but they’ll be keenly watching events unfold at Turf Moor.
Monday 21st April@15:00 | Elland Road
For Leeds United, their Easter Monday fixture isn't just another game; it's a potential gateway to the Premier League. After a season of relentless pursuit, the promised land is within touching distance, but to reach it on Monday, they must overcome a stubborn Stoke City side and hope for a favour from Burnley against Sheffield United.
The Elland Road faithful have been here before, tantalisingly close to promotion, and they know better than to take anything for granted. This time, however, the finish line feels tangibly closer. But Stoke won't be rolling out the red carpet. Their late-season surge has seen them pull away from the Championship trap-door, and are looking to finish their campaign in style.
Adding to the anticipation for Leeds fans is the welcome return of Dan James. The Welsh winger, a standout performer for the Whites this season, made a timely comeback on Good Friday, featuring for the final 15 minutes. His recent hamstring strain had sparked fears he might miss the crucial run-in, making his return a massive boost both on and off the pitch.
However, Pascal Struijk remains sidelined with his foot injury, meaning Leeds will continue with the solid Welsh centre-back partnership of Ethan Ampadu and Joe Rodon. In goal, Karl Darlow will continue to deputise for Illan Meslier, ensuring experience between the posts. Stoke City continue to contend with several injury issues, as defenders Josh Wilson-Esbrand, Michael Rose and Enda Stevens are set to remain confined to the treatment room alongside midfielder Sol Sidibe.
Mark Robins may field an unchanged starting XI after back to back wins against Cardiff City and Sheffield Wednesday, with Junior Tchamadeu, Ben Wilmot, Ashley Phillips and Eric Bocat bound to continue in a back four after their clean sheet. January arrival Ali Al-Hamadi should again lead the line with support from Jun-ho Bae, Lewis Baker and Million Manhoef despite competition from Sam Gallagher, Lewis Koumas and Andrew Moran.
Easter Monday promises high drama,nail-biting tension and some sore heads on Tuesday. Leeds destiny is in their own hands, but they’ll be keenly watching events unfold at Turf Moor.