Disappointment at Elland Road!

Following a week of impressive outings against Barcelona & Arsenal, the Blues were outmatched against 18th place Leeds United in defeat 1-3. Enzo Maresca has yet to beat Daniel Farke in four head to head matches and fans will question the squad selection as his team heads into December playing a match every 3 to 4 days for the next 6 matches.

Needing to keep the squad fresh & fit, Maresca made four changes to the starting XI from the weekend derby against Arsenal and it proved to not work. Leeds started a very tall and physical lineup, as expected, and took it to the lads. The signs were there for a letdown early on coming off an intense derby playing 10 men would take much out of the squad. Changes in the 2nd half brought the boys back in it with a Pedro Neto goal making it 1-2, but a crucial giveaway by Tosin in his own box sealed the night in defeat. Cole Palmer made a late appearance for some minutes but looked like he needs to get his legs under him after being off two months with injury.

It doesn’t get any easier as another away match against Bournemouth this weekend. The Cherries looking to stay out of the bottom half of the table have given the lads a tough time over the past few seasons. The boys will need to dig deep in order to avoid another December slump during the season.

Come down to the Londoner Addison this Saturday morning and kick it with the Shed End Dallas crew. We look forward to seeing you there!

Cheers,

Shed End Dallas