Crude Leeds Analysis

Initially, I was frustrated with Thiaw and Botman. They never seem able to pass through the lines and either end up playing it to somebody who is marked and facing their own goal, or go long. We have a pacey forward line, but they’re all small, so they’re never going to win many aerial duels. Our…

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Ehat does "playing more vertically" actually mean in practice?

Emotional post after yesterday, I know, but I want to actually understand this rather than just moan. I always assumed "more vertical" meant win it back, transition quick, get bodies forward before the defence resets. Proper transition football. But watching us at times, it just looks like route…

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The 2.0 version of Newcastle United lacks something

Leeds 4 Newcastle 1 – Tuesday 14 September 2026 8pm An abject first half performance left Newcastle United with a huge uphill task, trailing by three goals to nil at...You can click here to read the full article.

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