Leeds Utd v Middlesbrough Match Thread

[Finnatic]

Strangely it could have been five and yet they were so dangerous but only had one accurate shot which led to the corner for the OG.
Some great last minute defending by us was the reason for that.

[The Subhuman]

So Tanaka gets the assist.
But he passes to Aaronson but Solomon touches it on to Aaronsons foot. So Solomans assist.
Who cares anyway

I've given it to Tanaka.

[Chilli D]

This season, there's no one has our quality. Not even close imo. Hence some of the away performances have been disappointing. IMO

Four of them in particular - Millwall, Bristol City, West Brom and Blackburn, which is baffling when you see how dominant we are at home.

[Orange Box]

Best watch of the season ... really enjoyed that

Totally agree

[The Subhuman]

Strangely it could have been five and yet they were so dangerous but only had one accurate shot which led to the corner for the OG.
Some great last minute defending by us was the reason for that.

Doaks was technically a shot, he did get a touch before Mes

[Carrick Dave]

This season, there's no one has our quality. Not even close imo. Hence some of the away performances have been disappointing. IMO

I agree. I’ve watched Sheffield United, Burnley, Boro, Sunderland and we are by far the better squad, the only team who can prevent us going up this year is ourselves

[The Subhuman]

Four of them in particular - Millwall, Bristol City, West Brom and Blackburn, which is baffling when you see how dominant we are at home.

I think we're too negative away from ER... we're sometimes a bit negative at home

[Carrick Dave]

And the ball Piroe stuck on his toe

Are you Cjay in disguise?

[Finnatic]

Doaks was technically a shot, he did get a touch before Mes

He touched the ball forwards, not a threatening shot for me

[Jaydog]

I've given it to Tanaka.

Of course. A very unselfish bit of play.

[The Subhuman]

I agree. I’ve watched Sheffield United, Burnley, Boro, Sunderland and we are by far the better squad, the only team who can beat us this year is ourselves

Sunderland, Ipswich, Leicester and possibly Norwich from last season were all a lot better than anyone in this division this season. Not including Leeds.

[BlackHillsPaul]

Best players for me today. Tanaka, Aaronson, and Meslier. With special mention for Dan James and Joel Piroe.

[Cjay]

Didn't Piroe do well

Enjoyed that.

Really pleased we got the win.

Wober handled Doak really well I felt, Tanaka and Rothwell were immense in midfield and Aaronson played his part.

James was immense and Gnonto did well for his goal.

Meslier had some crucial moments as well.

Big test passed.

[SG90]

Weird, thought they were the best side we've faced, but had we taken our chances, we could've scored 5 or 6. Great win and an important win, but we need to back it up at Preston and start putting a run together, especially as Burnley dropped points.

James motm and my player of the season so far. Yes he can frustrate with his finishing and running, but he's added a lot to his game.

Another excellent tackle from Byram to set up the second. Shame he's made of hobnobs, as he's comfortably our best full back.

Thought Mes was excellent today. That save from Doak won us the game.

Unfortunately Joseph isn't good enough to play as a lone striker. I'd rather see Bamfraud, and that's saying something. Definitely need to sign one in January though.

Preston will be another ugly, physical game.

[whiteswan]

Best players for me today. Tanaka, Aaronson, and Meslier. With special mention for Dan James and Joel Piroe.

Mes looked like a proper grown up goalie tonight

[The Subhuman]

Didn't Piroe do well

Enjoyed that.

Really pleased we got the win.

Wober handled Doak really well I felt, Tanaka and Rothwell were immense in midfield and Aaronson played his part.

James was immense and Gnonto did well for his goal.

Big test passed.

Think Doak is over rated
Piroe seems to be a super sub, does better v tiring teams

[The Subhuman]

Weird, thought they were the best side we've faced, but had we taken our chances, we could've scored 5 or 6. Great win and an important win, but we need to back it up at Preston and start putting a run together, especially as Burnley dropped points.

James motm and my player of the season so far. Yes he can frustrate with his finishing and running, but he's added a lot to his game.

Another excellent tackle from Byram to set up the second. Shame he's made of hobnobs, as he's comfortably our best full back.

Thought Mes was excellent today. That save from Doak won us the game.

Unfortunately Joseph isn't good enough to play as a lone striker. I'd rather see Bamfraud, and that's saying something. Definitely need to sign one in January though.

Preston will be another ugly, physical game.

Can't start Bamford .. can't be relied on to finish a game. Joseph did alright and no Joseph we don't score the first

[SG90]

Think Doak is over rated
Piroe seems to be a super sub, does better v tiring teams

He's alright, but like most young players, gets hyped up for doing one decent thing. The fact he's from Liverpool probably adds to the overhype too.

[Jaydog]

Shout out for Farke. Will pjm still want him gone?

[The Subhuman]

Mes looked like a proper grown up goalie tonight

Posted earlier he's been superb since Sunderland. Handling has improved, distribution and when needed, which is not often, he's produced good saves. He seems to be commanding his area well now

Sky Sports still whining about the pen which was a just a theatrical dive