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“‘Dead Cert’ for Premier League? National Media Drop Bombshell Verdict on Leeds United After West Brom Draw
Leeds United edged closer to Premier League promotion with a draw against play-off hopefuls West Brom.
Junior Firpo gave Daniel Farke’s team an early lead in the ninth minute, but Darnell Furlong quickly leveled the score for the Baggies.
The point extended Leeds’ unbeaten streak to 17 games, maintaining their position at the top of the Championship as promotion nears.
After the draw at Elland Road, the national media weighed in on Leeds’ performance. Here are some of the key takeaways:
‘Leeds are a certainty’
Jason Mellor for the Daily Mail:
“Daniel Farke might not be familiar with the tale of Devon Loch, but it would take an epic collapse of similar proportions to prevent Leeds United from returning to the Premier League.
The tragic story of Devon Loch, who faltered just yards from victory in the Grand National, has become a symbol of unexpected collapses in sport.
It’s akin to the US Ryder Cup team’s collapse at Medinah or Newcastle’s collapse in 1996 when they allowed Manchester United to erase a 12-point lead.
Leeds’ form has been exceptional – they remain unbeaten in the league for over four months and 17 matches.
While drawing with a strong West Brom side felt like a defeat, especially as they were denied a sixth straight win, they still sit eight points clear of Burnley in third place with 11 games to go.
The Championship leaders are all but certain to end their two-year Premier League absence.”
‘A timely reminder’
Beren Cross for The Athletic:
“West Brom lasted a bit longer than on their previous visit to Elland Road on March 1, but not by much.
In 2019, Pablo Hernandez electrified Leeds United with a goal just 16 seconds in, setting the tone for one of the best nights of Marcelo Bielsa’s tenure.
On Saturday, West Brom managed to hold on until the ninth minute, but the match unfolded quite differently.
Six years ago, Leeds were in a fierce battle with Norwich and Sheffield United, seeking a crucial home win after a poor performance at QPR.
Fast forward to 2025, and this match should have been another step toward promotion. Instead, it became one of those rare ‘off days’ for Leeds, following the exhilaration of their recent victories.”
