Leeds United do battle with Tom Cleverley’s Watford on Tuesday night as The Whites go up against another side currently sitting in the top eight places of the Championship table.
Already, Leeds have faced six of the other seven clubs sitting in the top third of England’s second tier. Despite that, Daniel Farke’s Leeds are three points better off at this stage compared to last season.
It comes after a comprehensive win over Sheffield United last time out. A signal of intent to the rest of the Championship, a statement victory as Farke’s men ended Chris Wilder’s unbeaten start to the campaign.
Below, we preview some key areas ahead of tonight’s clash against Watford:
Daniel Farke’s injury update
During his press conference on Monday, Farke confirmed there were no new Leeds injuries after the win over Sheffield United. Max Wober, Ethan Ampadu and Ilia Gruev remain long-term absentees.
Wilfried Gnonto was a doubt due to a shoulder knock. While Farke said he was tempted to take Gnonto off after 10 minutes, Farke confirmed Gnonto will be available with Gnonto only suffering bruising.
Watford form and injuries
Watford do sit in a solid eighth place under Cleverley in what is his first senior management position, but the Hornets were smashed by Luton Town on Saturday, losing 3-0. Home and away records really differ.
Since their win away at Millwall on the opening day, Watford have lost the next four games away from home. But, they have won four and drawn one of their five home games in a stark contrast of form.
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