{"id":661765,"date":"2025-11-29T03:00:04","date_gmt":"2025-11-29T08:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/?p=661765"},"modified":"2025-11-28T11:04:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T16:04:38","slug":"leeds-united-predicted-lineup-manchester-city-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2025\/11\/29\/leeds-united-predicted-lineup-manchester-city-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Leeds United Predicted Lineup vs Manchester City for November 29"},"content":{"rendered":"

Having suffered three defeats in a row, Leeds United\u2019s next match sees them embark on an away trip to Pep Guardiola\u2019s Manchester City. Times are tough at Elland Road, with the Whites starting the week in the relegation zone for the first time this season, and Daniel Farke\u2019s two-year tenure as manager looks set to end imminently<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Leeds United Predicted Lineup vs Manchester City as Farke Sacking Rumours Persist<\/b><\/h2>\n

How Leeds Have Lined Up Recently\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Despite costing the club \u00a315.6 million in the summer<\/a>, goalkeeper Lucas Perri continues to come under scrutiny for his below-par performances in the Leeds goal. The Brazilian was left rooted to the spot as Morgan Rogers fired in a free-kick in the 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa last weekend, even though the shot was central and at a fairly comfortable height.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In front of him, Farke opted for the tried-and-tested combination of Joe Rodon and Pascal Struijk, leaving out Jaka Bijol, who had started the three games prior. Gabriel Gudmundsson and Jayden Bogle complete a Leeds defence which has now conceded 22 goals in 12 games, with only fellow relegation strugglers West Ham, Burnley, and Wolves having worse records.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

In midfield, Ethan Ampadu, Sean Longstaff and Anton Stach were selected against the Villains, although the latter was forced off in the 23rd minute after suffering a concussion. He was replaced by Ao Tanaka, who was then substituted himself after 71 minutes, despite being one of Leeds\u2019 most effective players throughout the match.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Farke’s consistent selection of Brenden Aaronson on the right wing has drawn criticism from a large portion of the fanbase,<\/a> who believe the American is a less effective option than the likes of Daniel James and Willy Gnonto. On the left, Noah Okafor continues to impress despite the club\u2019s recent poor form.<\/span><\/p>\n

Centre forward Lukas Nmecha has now scored two goals in his last two games, showcasing his eye for a goal with what can generously be classed as a striker\u2019s finish against Unai Emery\u2019s side. The German\u2019s physicality and work-rate make him a nuisance for any opposition team to deal with, and his Premier League goal tally of three is the most of any Leeds player.<\/span><\/p>\n

Leeds Recent Form and Tactics<\/b><\/h3>\n

Although Leeds clearly produced an improved performance against Villa at Elland Road, taking the lead and looking largely dominant in the first half, they were undone by Emery\u2019s shrewd substitutions. The Whites have now lost four of their last five games, and fans are pointing to Farke\u2019s apparent inability to change personnel before the game is already out of their hands.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Against Villa, the German coach made his first tactical change in the 71st minute, and it was a similar story against Nottingham Forest, where he didn\u2019t make a switch until the 74th minute. Predictability and a lack of flexibility are two of the biggest qualms that Leeds fans have with Farke\u2019s management, and it could be the final nail in the coffin if his side are defeated by Man City.<\/span><\/p>\n

Leeds Absences to Consider<\/b><\/h3>\n

<\/b>It has been a difficult week for United injury-wise, with midfielder Longstaff confirmed to be out for four to six weeks<\/a> with a calf injury.<\/span><\/p>\n

This leaves the club extremely short in the middle of the park, with Stach also unavailable following his concussion.<\/span><\/p>\n

Elsewhere, Sebastiaan Bornauw, who is yet to feature in the league, is a doubt due to “MCL problems.”<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Leeds United Predicted Lineup<\/b><\/h3>\n

GK: Lucas Perri<\/span><\/p>\n

RB: Jayden Bogle<\/span><\/p>\n

CB: Joe Rodon<\/span><\/p>\n

CB: Pascal Struijk<\/span><\/p>\n

LB: Gabriel Gudmundsson<\/span><\/p>\n

CM: Ethan Ampadu<\/span><\/p>\n

CM: Ilia Gruev<\/span><\/p>\n

CM: Ao Tanaka<\/span><\/p>\n

RW: Daniel James<\/span><\/p>\n

LW: Noah Okafor<\/span><\/p>\n

ST: Lukas Nmecha<\/span><\/p>\n

Featured Image Credit<\/strong><\/p>\n

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