Leeds and West Ham Battle to Ease Early-Season Woes
Tonight, Friday 24 October, Leeds United and West Ham United will meet at Elland Road Stadium in Leeds, England, with the hope of improving their ailing English Premier League (EPL) campaigns.
The hosts sit three points clear of the EPL relegation zone with just eight points to their name, while the Hammers languish in 19th place with a measly four points after only one win from eight matches.
Daniel Farke’s side have been in control of their games statistically but have struggled to turn pressure into points.
“We dominated each and every aspect,” the 48-year-old Leeds coach said after last weekend’s 2-0 defeat at Burnley, though his team’s failure to convert chances remains a major concern. The Whites have taken over a hundred shots this season yet possess one of the league’s lowest conversion rates.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who has one goal so far, is expected to lead the line again, supported by Jack Harrison and Daniel James. Injuries to Wilfried Gnonto and Noah Okafor continue to limit Leeds’ attacking options.
West Ham, meanwhile, will arrive low on confidence after four straight home losses and amid growing fan frustration. Nuno Espirito Santo’s men have scored only six goals and own the division’s worst defensive record.
With both sides desperate for momentum, a tense, low-scoring contest is likely to ensue. Leeds’ stronger home form could just tip the balance in what already feels like a crucial fixture.
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