Leeds United vs Leicester City face off tonight in a huge game at the top of the Championship table.
Leeds United vs Leicester City sees the Championship‘s 2nd and 1st placed sides face off in a massive game at Elland Road. The Foxes have held a commanding lead at the top of the Championship table almost all season, but a remarkable run from Daniel Farke’s side has seen them close the gap.
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The Whites would move within six points of the Foxes with all three points here. However, Enzo Maresca’s side could be 12 points clear come the final whistle.
Ahead of tonight’s massive game, we pick out five players who could dictate Leeds United vs Leicester City…
Ethan Ampadu
Ampadu was crucial when played in defensive midfield earlier this season but since dropping into centre-back, his influence has arguably been even stronger. Alongside Joe Rodon, Leeds United boast one of the division’s standout partnerships as it stands.
He’ll be key in progressing the ball from the back and of course, keeping Leicester City and their dangerous attackers quiet.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
When highlighting the Foxes’ key players, midfielder Dewsbury-Hall can not be overlooked. With 10 goals and 12 assists to his name, he’s been one of the league’s standout players this season and could have a big influence tomorrow night.
He’ll be key in preventing the hosts from gaining complete control of the game and the Whites midfield will have to be wary of his breaking runs forward.
Georginio Rutter
Rutter is one of those players who can turn the game on its head in an instant. He’s shown why he’s a level above this season with his fantastic footwork and eye-catching playmaking when dropping deep to collect the ball.
While his creativity is key, leaving him open in the box could prove costly for Leicester City.
Jamie Vardy
It’s hard to predict who Maresca will start up top now that he has all of his strikers available but for a big game like this, the experience of Vardy could make him the ideal candidate. He’s in strong form too, scoring five goals in his last five games across all competitions.
After only coming on off the bench in the defeat to Middlesbrough, he should be ready and raring to lead the line against Leeds United.
Crysencio Summerville
Last but not least is winger Summerville, who is up there with Rutter and Dewsbury-Hall as one of the players of the season to date. He’s locked down a spot out wide in a Leeds United side full of attacking talent and won’t be relinquishing that spot any time soon.
15 goals and eight assists says all you need to know about this dynamite wideman. Keeping him quiet will be vital for Leicester City.
