Leeds United are looking for their third straight win in the Championship at the weekend.
Leeds may have hoped for a more emphatic win against Reading on Tuesday night, but the events in the final few minutes at Elland Road will have certainly made the victory seem a lot sweeter.
Bailey Peacock-Farrell responded to recent criticism of his form with a stunning penalty save in the last moments of the contest to ensure that Marcelo Bielsa’s side held onto the 1-0 win.
They are now looking for their third straight win this weekend, with promotion rivals Sheffield United standing in their way.
One thing that Bielsa has rarely done since taking charge in the summer is make changes to his lineup based on form. However, after Tuesday’s clash, it would probably be little surprise if he decided to tweak his team slightly.
He may be tempted into two changes. Gjanni Alioski and Lewis Baker were subbed at half-time against the Royals after lacklustre first-half displays, and they can have few complaints if left out at Bramall Lane.
There is no question that Leeds looked significantly more dangerous once Samuel Saiz and Jack Clarke came on, so perhaps the Spaniard will make his return to the starting lineup while the winger will make his full debut for the Whites.
It would be a gamble to start Clarke as he is likely to have makeshift right-back Stuart Dallas behind him. Enda Stevens has provided five assists from the Blades’ left flank this term, so that may be something for Bielsa to consider.
Meanwhile, it remains to be seen if Pontus Jansson is back in contention after his recent injury. Kalvin Phillips performed well at centre-back on Tuesday, so it seems most likely that he will keep his place in the back four alongside Liam Cooper.
With that in mind, here is a look at the predicted lineup in full…
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