Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Wed Dec 13, 2023 9:06 pm  

tad rhino wrote:

5th or 6th? based on one performance.
let's talk about leicester or Ipswich away if you want to talk about games in isolation.
we were under par no doubt but come on, we lost once after a fantastic run. plus there was a flu bug running through the camp.
half a season to go yet. let's see where we are at easter

I`ve not rated us for a top 2 all season Tad as we are too vulnerable in defence.
I also think Southampton are better than us which leaves us with the likes of Sunderland and West Brom imo of course mate.
Leicester look too strong even though we have beaten them and Ipswich who I thought would falter still look strong.
Two or three good signings in January will likely change things as still plenty more games to go.

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Thu Dec 14, 2023 9:05 am  

Jack Burton wrote:

I had a look back at previous championship tables, and it seems the promoted teams averaged between 7 and 11 losses over the season, with the exception of Burnley last season, who only lost 3. 90+ is also usually good enough for the top 2, which is the total we're on course to hit. We would also be top of the league at this stage with our current points total of most championship seasons, including last season.
We've been unfortunate that the 2 teams above us are on course for 100+ point seasons.

Agree JB. It’s very Leeds to be averaging for than 2 points a game and be 10 points from 2nd place. It’s staggering. Imo we’re as good as the top 2 we’ve proven that by beating them both in their own back yard. But because of all the uncertainty in the first month we had some iffy results which was nobody’s fault. We’re 4 points ahead of where Burnley were this time last year. Farke has done a remarkable job. If we beat Ipswich next week it’s game on again but we must win.

We most definitely need at left back and a 10 in Jan, interestingly Graham Smyth article yesterday said the same, we don’t have options on the bench for when Piroe isn’t on his game. A natural 10 would do wonders. I like look of Chair at QPR personally very handy skilful player.

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Thu Dec 14, 2023 10:12 am  

we tried to get chair when the deal for thd German 10 fell through.
it was too late though.
still fancy us to catch Ipswich. long way to go yet

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Thu Dec 14, 2023 2:02 pm  

Interesting to see what they do Tad. I think recent injuries and the defeat this week will focus the minds on Jan window a bit more.

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Thu Dec 14, 2023 2:09 pm  

I'm still not concerned, Leceister and Ipswich have had a great first half of the season, but we've shown we can beat them, they've got to play each other twice.

Bad performance the other night but thats going to happen every now and again. Couple of additions in Jan needed but we're in a good position.

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Thu Dec 14, 2023 2:12 pm  

I agree

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Thu Dec 14, 2023 2:39 pm  

leedsbarmyarmy wrote:

I'm still not concerned, Leceister and Ipswich have had a great first half of the season, but we've shown we can beat them, they've got to play each other twice.

Bad performance the other night but thats going to happen every now and again. Couple of additions in Jan needed but we're in a good position.

Yes agreed but i do think we need to win against Ipswich at home, 13 points behind would be huge if they won. I suppose a draw does keep us in the hunt, i fancy us to win that game though, Elland Road will be bouncing, this weekend game is key to having a feel good factor going into it.

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Thu Dec 14, 2023 3:11 pm  

Ipswich only sold a handful of tickets. it will be like a bear pit.
and I will be on a plane.... bugger.

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Fri Dec 15, 2023 9:17 am  

Never mind pal, hopefully you can sink a few beers in celebration when you get to your destination

Re: ALL NEW 49ERS ERA LEEDS UTD THREAD : Fri Dec 15, 2023 10:28 am  

I'll have one or two regardless pal