Leeds United are set for a decisive month in February as they look to further cement their Championship promotion credentials. Daniel Farke’s side remain top of the table following Monday’s hard-fought 0-0 draw at Burnley, a result which means they lost no ground on their rivals despite having one of the toughest fixtures on paper.
The Whites are now two points clear of second-placed Sheffield United and three ahead of Burnley in third, with superior goal difference on both to boot. That gap could prove crucial over the next four-to-five weeks, with Farke’s side set for a really tough period.
Below, the YEP has mapped out what Leeds’ next six games look like compared to their Championship rivals. Take a look to see what’s on the horizon for Farke’s men.
1. 10th. Sheffield Wednesday
Next 6 fixtures: Luton Town (H), West Brom (A), Swansea City (A), Coventry City (H), Burnley (A), Sunderland (H) | Richard Pelham/Getty Images Photo: Richard Pelham/Getty Images
2. 9th. Watford
Next 6 fixtures: Norwich City (H), Sunderland (A), Leeds United (H), Middlesbrough (A), Luton Town (H), Stoke City (A) Photo: Morgan Harlow/Getty Images
3. 8th. Bristol City
Next 6 fixtures: Oxford United (A), Swansea City (H), Stoke City (H), Cardiff City (A), Middlesbrough (H), Millwall (A) Photo: Getty Images
4. 7th. Blackburn Rovers
Next 6 fixtures: Preston (H), QPR (A), West Brom (A), Plymouth (H), Swansea City (A), Norwich City (H) Photo: Matt McNulty/Getty Images
5. 6th. Middlesbrough
Next 6 fixtures: Sunderland (H), Sheffield United (A), Watford (H), Bristol City (H), Stoke City (A), Derby County (H) | Stu Forster/Getty Images Photo: Stu Forster/Getty Images
6. 5th. West Brom
Next 6 fixtures: Plymouth (A), Sheffield Wednesday (H), Blackburn Rovers (H), Millwall (A), Oxford United (H), Leeds United (A) | Getty Images