The team news is in, and all eyes now turn to Elland Road as Leeds United host Wolverhampton Wanderers in what promises to be a fiercely contested game. With both sides chasing crucial points at this stage of the season, this could be an important game in deciding the fate of the teams in the relegation zone.
For Leeds, the focus will be on imposing their intensity in front of a passionate home crowd and distancing themselves from the drop zone, while Wolves, who could be relegated this weekend if results don’t go in their favour, will be looking for three points. Selection decisions on both sides could prove decisive, with just six games remaining. Here’s the team news and confirmed lineups.
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Leeds vs Wolves Team News & Confirmed Lineups
Leeds Team News
Daniel Farke has confirmed that all the players who were fit for their win over Manchester United are available for this relegation clash. Joe Rodon, Anton Stach and Dan James are all still unavailable as they are not yet training with the team. When speaking on facing Wolves, Farke had this to say in his pre-match press conference:
“I’m full of respect. When expectations are high, these are the most difficult games. If you look at their recent performances, there is no reason not to be humble. Only disappointing result in recent months was last week’s loss”.
Wolves Team News
Sam Johnstone remains unavailable for Wolves, and Matt Doherty will be assessed ahead of the game. Wolves have no other injury concerns heading into this match. Speaking during the press conference, Rob Edwards had this to say regarding Wolves’ potential relegation:
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“No one wants it, but we know the challenges we’ve faced this season. It’s about making sure we continue to fight and face whatever reality comes our way, in the right way.”
Leeds Confirmed Lineup
Darlow, Bogle, Gudmundsson, Struijk, Bijol, Justin, Ampadu, Tanaka, Aaronson, Okafor, & Calvert-Lewin
Subs – Perri, Bornauw, Rodon, Longstaff, Gruev, Gnoto, Buonanotte, Piroe, & Nmecha
Wolves Confirmed Lineup
Bentley, Tchatchoua, Toti, S.Bueno, Krejčí, H. Bueno, André, J. Gomes, A. Gomes, Bellegarde, & Armstrong
Subs – Brooks, Wolfé, Hwang, Arokodare, Lima, R. Gomes, Mané, Edozie, & Olangunju
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