Leeds United Enter the Final Stretch – The Shocking Number of Points They Need for Promotion
Leeds United Edge Closer to Premier League Return
Leeds United continue to deliver when it matters most, moving within touching distance of Premier League promotion after a hard-fought away victory on Friday night. Daniel Farke’s side battled through a tough encounter, showing resilience and determination to secure a vital three points.
The pressure was on Leeds, who played after both of their main promotion rivals, Burnley and Sheffield United, had already picked up crucial wins earlier in the day. In Sheffield United’s match, Jayden Bogle set up Manor Solomon for the game’s only goal, with the Spurs loanee continuing his impressive form during the run-in.
Oxford United didn’t make things easy for Leeds, managing to restrict them to just four shots on target throughout the match. Despite the challenge, the Whites emerged victorious.
Following Friday’s results, Leeds and Burnley are now level on 91 points, while Sheffield United trail behind with 86. With only three matches remaining in the season, the race for automatic promotion is heating up.
Only Burnley and Sheffield United remain as serious contenders alongside Leeds. Chris Wilder’s Sheffield United face a difficult path to closing the gap, with a maximum of nine points left to play for. If all three clubs win their next matches, Leeds will need to win their second-to-last game to lock in promotion.
However, if Sheffield United drop points in their upcoming fixture, Leeds could clinch Premier League status without needing the full six points from their next two games.
Promotion Odds Favor Leeds
According to Opta, Leeds now have a 99.36% probability of achieving automatic promotion—a near-certainty that only a dramatic twist could derail.
Leeds supporters will be keeping a close eye on Monday’s fixtures, hoping for a slip-up from either Burnley or Sheffield United to start the celebrations early.
