Leeds United are on a roll under Garry Monk, but the question remains as to whether or not they can sustain their promotion push til the end of the season.
When pundits and fans alike were predicting who they thought would gain promotion at the start of the season, it seems unlikely that many would have suggested Leeds United. However, a phenomenal start to the campaign under Garry Monk means that they can no longer be ignored when it comes to the discussion of promotion.
Derby County – Home (January 13)
Derby’s Jacob Butterfield in action with Leeds’ Eunan O’Kane
If there is one team that can rival Leeds in terms of momentum, it’s Derby County. Steve McClaren has picked up right where he left off at the iPro Stadium, and for the first time in years this game will be contested with both sides in a fantastic position. The history behind this fixture goes all the way back to the Revie and Clough days, and this clash will add other chapter to their long and storied rivalry.
Huddersfield Town – Away (February 5)
Hadi Sacko of Leeds United in action with Aaron Mooy of Huddersfield Town
Boy oh boy has this game gained even more meaning in the last few years. In what was once considered a one sided derby game, Huddersfield against Leeds will now be contested between two of the in-form sides in the Championship. These two teams are in the running for the play-offs and the atmosphere is sure to be electric when they face off, and there is no clear favourite as it stands.
Brighton & Hove Albion – Home (March 18)
Brighton’s Tomer Hemed celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates against Leeds
To continue the trend, Leeds will take on one of the best teams in the division when facing off against Brighton. With a rowdy Elland Road behind them, Monk will be quietly confident that his side can cause what some would consider to be an upset against the Seagulls. Gone are the days in which Leeds were dismissed as naysayers, because they can now go into this clash full of confidence.
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