Leeds can move closer to safety at Elland Road
Leeds United return to Premier League action against Burnley on Friday at Elland Road. Kick-off is scheduled for 8pm BST.
The home side are aiming to respond after their FA Cup semi-final defeat to Chelsea. A win would take Leeds to 43 points, a total that has never led to relegation in a 20-team Premier League season.
Burnley arrive in poor form after parting ways with Scott Parker. Assistant coach Mike Jackson is expected to lead the team for the rest of the campaign.
Burnley’s away record gives Leeds a clear chance
Burnley have lost 6 of their last 7 Premier League matches. They kept the score close in a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City last week, but their away form remains a major issue.
The Clarets have lost 12 of 17 away league games this season. They have also conceded 42 goals on the road, more than any other team in the division.
Leeds have won 5 of their 9 Premier League victories by at least 2 goals. At Elland Road, they have already beaten Chelsea 3-1, Crystal Palace 4-1, Nottingham Forest 3-1 and Wolves 3-0.
Kyle Walker card angle stands out
Kyle Walker could face a difficult evening if he starts against Gabriel Gudmundsson.
Gudmundsson has been effective for Leeds, averaging 0.7 key passes and 1.2 dribbles per Premier League match. He also draws fouls regularly, with an average of 1.8 fouls won per game.
Walker has received 9 yellow cards in the league this season. His latest booking came in Burnley’s last away match against Nottingham Forest.
With Gudmundsson likely to attack his side of the pitch, Walker looks like a clear card candidate in this matchup.
