Keeping consecutive clean sheets is a rare phrase when discussing Leeds United’s performance in general recently, but that is Daniel Farke’s current situation.
The home draw against Sheffield Wednesday was not the most difficult match for Leeds to keep a clean sheet, but their trip to the New Den was a real test.
The Lions’ early attack proved a major challenge for Leeds against side, having to face a corner within the first half-minute of the game.Gary Rowett’s
at Leeds wanted to do in this match, especially in the opening exchanges as the home side looked to impose Illan Meslier and his back four with long balls and crosses. forbidden circle.
After an initial burst of energy from the home team, the match found a more even rhythm when Joel Piroe produced a deadly counter-attack to give Leeds the lead.
From there, Leeds saw the same thing from Millwall wit
Joe Rodon’s performance in particular earned him a lot of plaudits as he dominated in the air and looked as elegant as ever in possession.
BBC’s Adam Pope commented on his performance when speaking on the Don’t Go To Bed Just Yet podcast:
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Rodon looks to be an astute addition to the team at the moment after making his debut at centre-back, linking up well with Pascal Struijk.
The two complement each other well at the heart of defense and their quality in possession is vital for a team looking to dominate the ball.
It was also refreshing to see us commanding the aerial area, after a long period of being one of the weaker teams when it came to crosses into the box.
