Heidi's blogs.

[Lufcheidi]

Well done Heidi, no doubt a tiring day. Great photos of everyone making the most of a disappointing result.

Thank you

[Lufcheidi]

I don't know about you Heidi, but for me it's the first time i've felt aggrieved at DF, i think we need to see his response to things on Weds night.

You're right, he had choices and squad depth for perhaps the first time, and we came out worse all-round.

Let's see.

It’s good to sleep on things for me as things never seem as bad so fingers crossed. We need a response on Wednesday from the moment the first whistle blows though.

[Lufcheidi]

Leeds United v QPR | 4th October 2023 | Elland Road


It’s good to sleep on things for me as it means I put the dismal display at Southampton to the back of my mind and concentrated on the next game. As always, I make my decisions by what I see on the pitch on the day and was looking forward to getting back to winning ways. Although the game wasn’t a classic and frustrating at times, we got the win and three points which was the main thing. After getting away from Elland Road quite quickly, I was brought down to earth when stuck in queues of traffic due to the M1 going down to one lane. Not a good thing when over 30,000 fans are leaving a home game at Elland Road. I was only going that way as I’m still being mum’s taxis with my daughter still recovering from major surgery.

Leeds got off to a great start taking an early lead. Sam Byram battled to win the ball passing it to Rutter. Rutter once again showing excellent composure, sent a great ball through for Summerville on the right-hand side of the goal to put the ball into the net. We were unlucky not to get a second goal shortly after when Rutter again, sent a pass into the penalty area for Summerville but this time his shot was blocked. I thought the game petered out and became subdued which reflected in the crowd, as it was very quiet at times. That said, QPR didn’t really give us many problems and we coped well with everything. It was good to hear the half time whistle blow though, and the good thing was we were still in the lead.

The second half saw QPR make a double substitution and although they were livelier, Leeds were in control for large parts of the game. When they brought their last subs on, to me that’s when I thought they started to look more dangerous with Meslier making his first save of the game to keep them out. He made a second save later on but on the whole wasn’t really troubled. Farke then brought Bamford and James on to replace Piroe and Anthony and we started to get on top. Rutter sent a fantastic ball over the top for Bamford to run onto and hit a great shot that the keeper put out for a corner. Their keeper made a couple of other saves too before he came to the edge of his area as Bamford had beaten the defence.

When Bamford sent the ball over his head, he launched himself at Bamford and brought him down. Apparently, there has been a lot of conflict over the sending off, but the intent was there to bring him down. The referee had blown for an earlier foul when Bamford had jumped in the air, and despite him not touching anyone, I assumed that was because if he had connected with their nearby player, the intent was there. The atmosphere certainly livened up with the sending off of their keeper telling him it was time to go. They had used all their subs too so were down to 10 men as Leeds saw the game out to get the win and the three points.

Getting the psychological win after the Southampton game should stand us in good stead going forward as we have our second home game in a row on Saturday against Bristol.

See you then, LUFC – Marching on Together!

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Leeds won the game 1-0 with Summerville scoring the goal (9)

Team: Meslier, Ayling, Rodon, Struijk, Byram, Summerville, Rutter, Piroe, Gray, Anthony (first start), Ampadu

Subs: Bamford for Piroe (65), James for Anthony (65), Poveda for Summerville (80), Cresswell for Rutter (90)

Unused Subs: Darlow, Cooper, Gelhardt, Kamara, Gruev

Attendance: 32,663 (800 QPR Fans)
Referee: David Webb
Booked: None from Leeds
Sent Off: Begovic (QPR))

[hector]

Good photo of mop top and his psycho killer mate (Ken)

[hector]

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I wouldn't let this bloke near my budgies...... never mind humans

[malcolmw]

Interesting to get your take on the red card Heidi. Some are setting their hair on fire that Bamford dived. But I think you're right, the intent was there and in injury time, only 1 up I don't blame Paddy for falling over. There likely was a hint of a touch anyway.
Also good to see our chairman in the stands, looking enthusiastic.

Thanks for the pics and report.

[AcrossThePondAsh]

Another great read, Heidi. Love the photos too. Hope your daughter's recovery is going well.

[1964white]

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I wouldn't let this bloke near my budgies...... never mind humans

[Muppet the Cat]

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I wouldn't let this bloke near my budgies...... never mind humans

Can see what you mean, Hector…………bit of a Hannibal Lecter look in that photo

[1964white]

Nice photo's as ever, good to see you, Heidi.

I was ready for you & got my own back

[Kennyb41]

I'm absolutely loving that Poppy badge, but i hope to fck we're not making a single penny profit on them, which i very much doubt with our American 'friends' at the helm.

Great report and pics back for us Heidi, keep up the mug shots

[Barlow Boy]

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I wouldn't let this bloke near my budgies...... never mind humans

Your arrow appears to be on the wrong man Mr Hec, I’ve never fancied a budgie in my life

[Muppet the Cat]

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I wouldn't let this bloke near my budgies...... never mind humans

Especially, if they’re still in your smugglers

[Byebyegeegee]

I think most Leeds fans will agree with you Heidi, regarding the sending off incident. I’ve given my twopennorth in the breakfast debate but, of course, the media and establishment will not see it that way and Bamford will be targeted by refs from here on in.

Thanks once again for your report.

[Kennyb41]

I think most Leeds fans will agree with you Heidi, regarding the sending off incident. I’ve given my twopennorth in the breakfast debate but, of course, the media and establishment will not see it that way and Bamford will be targeted by refs from here on in.

Thanks once again for your report.

A simple statement from PB should suffice.

" I was getting out of the way of a fcking axe wielding maniac that was obviously aiming to chop my leg in half at the knee, your honour"

Summert like that.

[1964white]

Can see what you mean, Hector…………bit of a Hannibal Lecter look in that photo

Don't encourage him, Cat

[mentalcase]

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Heeeeeere's Barlow

[1964white]

Heeeeeere's Barlow

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Great film.

[Kennyb41]

Heeeeeere's Barlow

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I like that, Sid and the psychos....could be a great band name.

[whiteswan]

Thanks Heidi. Good to see Sgt Wilko in the stand