Leeds United jumped to the top spot after the latest round of results in the Championship. West Brom went down against Cardiff City, and Leeds United staged an impressive comeback against Millwall to win 3-2. The victory was a crucial one as the Whites were going through a wretched run of form. Bielsa’s men will now take on relegation-threatened Wigan Athletic at Elland Road next.
The Whites secured a comfortable 2-0 win when both the teams met in August earlier this season. The club will hope that the latest victory against Millwall would be the turning point and a good run of results in the next few games could be a significant step towards United booking an automatic promotion spot.
Team News: Tyler Roberts was fit enough to be on the bench in the tie against Millwall. Jamie Shackleton also featured briefly. Gaetano Berardi could be available for this encounter, and he is likely to be assessed closer to the matchday. Adam Forshaw continues to remain an absentee. Headline signing Jean-Kevin Augustin might feature on the bench. Barry Douglas remains a doubt for this encounter. Kalvin Phillips is suspended for this tie.
Leeds United Predicted Lineup Vs Wigan Athletic
Formation (4-1-4-1)
Defence
Kiko Casilla is expected to keep his place in between the sticks. Liam Cooper is set to continue in the central defence position. He is likely to be partnered by Ben White. The defender played in the role of Kalvin Phillips in the last quarter of the game against Millwall, and he showed his versatility.
Ezgjan Alioski is expected to continue in the left-back slot. Luke Ayling will be his fullback partner on the right side of the defence.
Midfield
Mateusz Klich is likely to play in the deeper role in midfield. Jack Harrison will occupy his usual position on the left-wing. Pablo Hernandez scored a crucial goal against the Lions, and he would start again in the middle. Bielsa’s man for all positions Stuart Dallas will partner him in midfield. The Northern Irishman once again showed his versatility, and he played a good hand in the win against Millwall. Helder Costa has continued to blow hot and cold so far this season, and Bielsa would ideally like to see more end product from him. He should start on the right flank.
Attack
Patrick Bamford grabbed a brace last time around, and that should do his confidence a world of good. With a new striker coming in, Bamford will have to be at his best to keep his place in the starting eleven. The Englishman should lead the line again.
